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Effect of Refnot on Immunity in Cancer Patients

Phase 2
Completed
Conditions
Solid Tumor
Interventions
Drug: Tumor necrosis factor-thymosin alfa 1 recombinant (TNF-T) and chemotherapy
Drug: Tumor necrosis factor-thymosin alfa 1 recombinant (TNF-T)
Registration Number
NCT05898451
Lead Sponsor
Refnot-Pharm Ltd
Brief Summary

The study was planned to include disseminated patients with various solid tumors (melanoma, soft tissue sarcoma, breast cancer, colon cancer, etc.). The study drug was administered subcutaneously at a dose of 400,000 IU once a day, 3 times a week (every other day), for 4 weeks. In the absence of disease progression - an additional 4 weeks.

Detailed Description

The study was planned to include 50 disseminated patients with various solid tumors. The patients were divided into 2 groups: 1 - Refnot, monotherapy, 2 - Refnot together with chemotherapy.

Refnot is administered at a dose of 400,000 IU subcutaneously 3 times a week for 4 weeks. 4 weeks constitute 1 course of treatment with Refnot. Immediately before use, 1 ml of water for injection is added to 4 vials (100,000 IU each) or to a vial containing 400,000 IU. After dilution, the drug is injected subcutaneously into the outer surface of the shoulder or thigh. Injection sites should alternate. In the absence of progression of the disease - an additional 4 weeks. Chemotherapy may be used after 4-8 weeks of Refnot use.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
55
Inclusion Criteria
  • Patients who have exhausted standard methods of treatment.
  • Morphological (histological or cytological) confirmation of the diagnosis.
  • Age no more than 75 years.
  • General condition 0-2 (WHO).
  • Estimated life expectancy of at least 3 months.
  • Consent to treatment under this protocol.
  • The number of granulocytes is more than 2000/mm, platelets are more than 150000/mm.
  • The level of creatinine should not exceed 1.5 norms, liver enzymes (ALT, AST and alkaline phosphatase) should not exceed 3 norms.
  • For common disease, patients should receive standard treatment earlier.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Severe manifestations of cardiovascular diseases in the past and at present (myocardial infarction, hypertension, stroke, phlebothrombosis, coronary insufficiency requiring drug control, etc.).
  • Peptic ulcer of the stomach, duodenal ulcer (in the acute phase), uncorrected diabetes mellitus.
  • Mental illness preventing understanding of the treatment plan.
  • Pregnancy.
  • Metastases of a malignant tumor in the brain (according to clinical data).
  • Chronic use of corticosteroids or immunosuppressants.
  • Various neurological diseases that prevent this treatment.
  • Known allergic reactions and/or other significant allergic conditions.
  • Any immunotherapy within the last 6 weeks prior to enrollment in the study.

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
The use of Refnot in combination with chemotherapyTumor necrosis factor-thymosin alfa 1 recombinant (TNF-T) and chemotherapyRefnot is administered at a dose of 400,000 IU subcutaneously 3 times a week for 4 weeks. 4 weeks constitute 1 course of treatment with Refnot. In the absence of progression of the disease - an additional 4 weeks. Chemotherapy may be used after 4-8 weeks of Refnot use.
Independent use of RefnotTumor necrosis factor-thymosin alfa 1 recombinant (TNF-T)Refnot is administered at a dose of 400,000 IU subcutaneously 3 times a week for 4 weeks. 4 weeks constitute 1 course of treatment with Refnot. In the absence of progression of the disease - an additional 4 weeks.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Change in the level of CD3+-cells4 weeks

An increase in the level of CD3+-cells relative to the initial

Change in the level of CD4+-cells4 weeks

An increase in the level of CD4+-cells relative to the initial

Change in NK-cell activity4 weeks

Percentage increase in NK cell activity in patients with initially normal values

Change in the level of CD8+-cells2 weeks

A decrease in the level of T-lymphocytes relative to the initial one in those patients in whom it was elevated

Change in the ratio of CD4+/CD8+4 weeks

Increase in the ratio of lymphocytes / lymphocytes relative to the initial

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
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