Lung cancer drug order trial aims to extend life and ease side effects

NCT ID NCT06486142

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This phase 3 trial is testing which sequence of EGFR-inhibitor drugs works best for people with advanced EGFR-mutated lung cancer. About 200 participants will receive either a second-generation drug (afatinib or dacomitinib) followed by a third-generation drug (osimertinib), or osimertinib alone. The study measures how long the cancer is controlled, quality of life, and side effects, and also analyzes blood and tumor samples to find markers that could guide future treatment decisions.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
EGFR-inhibitors (afatinib, dacomitinib, osimertinib)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could identify the best sequence of targeted drugs to control advanced lung cancer longer and improve quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all patients. Side effects from these drugs can be significant, and the optimal sequence may not clearly outperform current practice.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Skåne university hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lund, Sweden

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