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NCT04939090 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 3

Olanzapine Versus Megestrol Acetate for the Treatment of Loss of Appetite Among Advanced Cancer Patients

A Phase 3 study of Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm and Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm, sponsored by Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
360
Enrollment target
20
Study locations

NCT04939090 is a Phase 3 study of Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm and Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm that is actively recruiting participants, run by Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology. The registered enrollment target is 360 participants, above the 173-participant average among 108 other Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm trials with a reported enrollment target (108% higher). The trial reports 20 study locations across 4 states.

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The verdict

NCT04939090, a Phase 3 study of Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm and Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 3
Development phase
360 participants
Enrollment target
20
Study locations

Study Summary

This phase III trial compares the effects of olanzapine versus megestrol acetate in treating loss of appetite in patients with cancer that has spread to other places in the body (advanced). Olanzapine may stimulate and increase appetite. This study aims to find out if olanzapine is better than the usual approach (megestrol acetate) for stimulating appetite and preventing weight loss.

Interventions

  • OTHER Questionnaire Administration
  • DRUG Olanzapine
  • DRUG Megestrol Acetate

Study Locations (20)

California

  • Epic Care-Dublin - Dublin
  • Epic Care Partners in Cancer Care - Emeryville
  • Washington Hospital - Fremont
  • Contra Costa Regional Medical Center - Martinez
  • Bay Area Tumor Institute - Oakland
  • Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital - San Francisco
  • Dominican Santa Cruz Hospital - Santa Cruz
  • Epic Care Cyberknife Center - Walnut Creek

Arizona

  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care - Gilbert - Gilbert
  • CTCA at Western Regional Medical Center - Goodyear
  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care-Peoria - Peoria
  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care - Phoenix - Phoenix
  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care - Osborn - Scottsdale
  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care - Scottsdale - Scottsdale
  • Arizona Center for Cancer Care-Surprise - Surprise

Colorado

  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers-Aurora - Aurora
  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers-Boulder - Boulder
  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers - Centennial - Centennial
  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Centers-Midtown - Denver

Arkansas

  • NEA Baptist Memorial Hospital and Fowler Family Cancer Center - Jonesboro - Jonesboro

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 360 participants
Start Date 2022-01-03
Est. Completion 2027-12-31
Phase Phase 3

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04939090

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04939090 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 3. The registered enrollment target is 360 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, above the 173-participant average among 108 other Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm trials with a reported enrollment target (108% higher). The listed sponsor is Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology, which has 446 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 3 conditions, with Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 3 interventions - of which Questionnaire Administration is the first listed.

NCT04939090 reports 20 study locations spanning 4 distinct geographic areas - top geographies include California, Arizona, Colorado.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT04939090 about?

NCT04939090 is a clinical study titled "Olanzapine Versus Megestrol Acetate for the Treatment of Loss of Appetite Among Advanced Cancer Patients". This phase III trial compares the effects of olanzapine versus megestrol acetate in treating loss of appetite in patients with cancer that has spread to other places in the body (advanced). Olanzapine may stimulate and increase appetite. This study aims to find out if olanzapine is better than the u...

What is the current status of trial NCT04939090?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 3 study. The enrollment target is 360 participants. The study started on 2022-01-03. Estimated completion is 2027-12-31.

What conditions does trial NCT04939090 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Advanced Malignant Solid Neoplasm, Hematopoietic and Lymphoid Cell Neoplasm, Anorexia.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04939090?

The interventions under investigation include: Questionnaire Administration (OTHER), Olanzapine (DRUG), Megestrol Acetate (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04939090?

This trial is sponsored by Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology, which has 446 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT04939090 being conducted?

This trial has 20 study locations across Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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