New drug OB318 enters human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers

NCT ID NCT02347228

First seen Jul 10, 2026 ยท Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Summary

This Phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called OB318 in people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to find a safe dose and to understand how the body processes the drug. Researchers will also look for early signs that OB318 might slow tumor growth.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
OB318 capsule
What this could lead to
If OB318 proves safe and shows hints of activity, it could point toward a new treatment option for people with advanced solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard therapies.
What could go wrong
This is an early Phase 1 trial with only 21 participants, focused on safety and dosing. The drug may not shrink tumors or improve survival, and side effects could be significant.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Taipei Medical University-Shuang Ho Hospital

    Taipei, Taiwan

  • Tri-Service General Hospital

    Taipei, 114, Taiwan

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