Experimental drug curaxin joins immunotherapy fight against melanoma

NCT ID NCT05498792

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-phase trial tests whether adding an experimental drug called CBL0137 (Curaxin) to standard immunotherapy (ipilimumab and nivolumab) is safe for people with advanced melanoma that has spread. Only 12 participants will be enrolled, and the main goal is to check for side effects and find the best dose. The study is still recruiting.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

CBL0137 (Curaxin) combined with ipilimumab and nivolumab

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a more effective combination therapy for advanced melanoma that is harder for the cancer to resist.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, tiny study (12 people) focused on safety, not effectiveness. The added drug may cause more side effects without improving outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

melanoma metastatic melanoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Fox Chase Cancer Center

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19111, United States

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