New drug cocktail targets rare protein disease in early trial

NCT ID NCT03283917

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

Summary

This early-phase trial tested a combination of three drugs—daratumumab, ixazomib, and dexamethasone—in 21 people with AL amyloidosis, a rare disease where abnormal protein builds up in organs. The main goal was to find the safest dose and check for side effects. Researchers also looked at how well the treatment reduced the harmful protein.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

daratumumab, ixazomib, and dexamethasone

What this could lead to

If this works, it could offer a new treatment option for AL amyloidosis by reducing the abnormal protein that damages organs.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 21 people, so safety and dosing are still being figured out. The combination may cause side effects or not work for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

AL amyloidosis Immunoglobulin Light-chain Amyloidosis primary systemic amyloidosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • M D Anderson Cancer Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States