New combo tackles resistant myeloma in early trial

NCT ID NCT05391750

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

Summary

This early-phase trial tests two drugs—venetoclax and tocilizumab—in people with a specific type of multiple myeloma (t(11;14)) that has come back or stopped responding to treatment. The study includes both African American and non-African American participants to see how safe the combination is and what dose works best. Only 7 people are enrolled, so the focus is on safety and side effects, not yet on curing the disease.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Venetoclax (a drug that blocks Bcl-2 protein) and tocilizumab (a monoclonal antibody that blocks interleukin-6 receptor)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new combination treatment for a specific type of multiple myeloma that has stopped responding to other therapies.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small phase 1 trial with only 7 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The main goal is safety and dosing, not effectiveness, and side effects are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

plasma cell myeloma refractory plasma cell neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory University Hospital/Winship Cancer Institute

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States