New drug cocktail targets Hard-to-Treat brain tumors

NCT ID NCT03922555

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial is testing a drug called ASTX727 in adults with a type of brain tumor (glioma) that has an IDH mutation and has come back or is growing. The drug combines two substances to try to stop cancer cells from growing. The main goal is to find the highest safe dose, with 18 participants enrolled.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ASTX727 (cedazuridine and decitabine)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for people with recurrent IDH-mutant gliomas, potentially slowing tumor growth.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 18 participants, focused on finding a safe dose. It is not yet known if ASTX727 will effectively control the cancer, and side effects are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

central nervous system cancer nervous system cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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  • Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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