Servier Announces Expansion of its Tibsovo (ivosidenib) Development Program Investigating its Safety and Efficacy in Patients Living with IDH1-Mutated Cancers in Both Hematological Malignancies and Solid Tumors

On January 9, 2025 Servier reported updates to two of its Phase 3 programs evaluating TIBSOVO (ivosidenib tablets) in isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1)-mutated cancers (Press release, Servier, JAN 9, 2025, View Source [SID1234649554]). The first patient has been enrolled in the CHONQUER study, a pivotal Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating the efficacy and safety of TIBSOVO versus placebo in patients with IDH1-mutated conventional chondrosarcoma. In addition, the Phase 3 PyramIDH clinical trial has been initiated, and sites are actively recruiting across the globe. The PyramIDH study is evaluating TIBSOVO (ivosidenib tablets) monotherapy and azacitidine monotherapy in the treatment of patients with IDH1-mutated myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) who have not previously been treated with a hypomethylating agent.

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"As the leader in IDH-mutated cancers, Servier aspires to provide new treatment options for those impacted by newly diagnosed IDH1-mutated conventional chondrosarcoma and IDH-1 mutated MDS. The advancement of two of our Phase 3 registration enabling studies is an incredibly important milestone for our TIBSOVO clinical development program and underscores our commitment to understanding the application of IDH1m inhibition in a broad range of malignancies to meet the needs of patients," said Susan Pandya, MD, Vice President, Clinical Development and Global Head of Oncology LS/LCM, Servier Pharmaceuticals. "We are deeply grateful to the patients, families and healthcare providers who are participating in this important research."

The use of TIBSOVO in patients with IDH1-mutated conventional chondrosarcoma, as well as, patients with IDH1-mutated myelodysplastic syndromes who have not previously been treated with a hypomethylating agent are investigational, and its safety and efficacy in these cases have not been evaluated by any regulatory authority.

About the PyramIDH Trial (NCT06465953)
PyramIDH is a pivotal Phase 3, multicenter, open label, randomized clinical trial of TIBSOVO (ivosidenib tablets) monotherapy and azacitidine monotherapy in adult patients with myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) with an isocitrate dehydrogenase protein, 1 (IDH1) mutation, who have not received treatment with a hypomethylating agent previously. The primary endpoint of PyramIDH is complete remission (CR) or partial remission (PR) as per International Working Group (IWG) 2006 criteria at 4 months. Secondary outcome measures include overall response (OR) rate, event-free survival (EFS) and overall survival (OS).

About the CHONQUER Trial (NCT06127407)
CHONQUER is a pivotal Phase 3, multicenter, double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled crossover clinical trial of TIBSOVO (ivosidenib tablets) in adult patients with locally advanced or metastatic conventional chondrosarcoma with an isocitrate dehydrogenase protein, 1 (IDH1) mutation who are untreated or were previously treated with one systemic treatment regimen in the advanced/metastatic setting for conventional chondrosarcoma. The primary endpoint of CHONQUER is progression-free survival (PFS) in Grades 1 and 2 participants. Key secondary outcome measures include endpoints such as PFS in all randomized participants, overall survival (OS) in Grades 1 and 2 participants, and OS in all randomized participants. The study also will evaluate the impact of TIBSOVO on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and health economic outcomes.

About TIBSOVO (ivosidenib tablets)
TIBSOVO is a precision medicine that targets a specific type of mutation known as isocitrate dehydrogenase 1 (IDH1). TIBSOVO is approved in five indications globally, including approvals in the U.S., European Union, Australia and China.

In the U.S., TIBSOVO is approved for the treatment of adults with IDH1-mutant relapsed or refractory AML and in monotherapy or in combination with azacitidine for adults with newly diagnosed IDH1-mutant AML who are ≥75 years old or who have comorbidities that preclude the use of intensive induction chemotherapy, as monotherapy for the treatment of adult patients with IDH1-mutant relapsed or refractory MDS, and for patients with previously treated IDH1-mutated cholangiocarcinoma.

For more information about TIBSOVO in the U.S., please visit www.tibsovo.com.

About Myelodysplastic Syndromes
Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS) are disorders in which progenitor (stem) cells do not mature into healthy blood cells.1 In the U.S., approximately 16,000 new cases of MDS are reported each year.2 Approximately 3.6% of MDS patients have an IDH1 mutation,3 which is considered an early "driver" mutation.4 For MDS patients with an IDH1 mutation, the prognosis has often been associated with worse overall outcomes and in an increased risk of transformation to AML.3 Prior to the approval of TIBSOVO, there were no approved targeted therapies for this molecularly defined subset.

About Chondrosarcoma
Chondrosarcoma is a group of bone tumors that are made up of cells that make too much cartilage.1 Chondrosarcoma, the second most common sarcoma of the bones following osteosarcoma,5 accounts for 20-30% of all skeletal sarcomas and has an estimated incidence of 1 in 200,000 per year in the U.S.6 Conventional primary chondrosarcoma is the most common variant and makes up 85% of all cases.2 IDH mutations are found in 50-70% of chondrosarcomas.7 Surgery currently remains the mainstay of treatment for conventional chondrosarcoma as both radiation and chemotherapy have been shown to be ineffective.

Boehringer Ingelheim broadens oncology portfolio with license for Synaffix’s ADC technology

On January 9, 2025 Boehringer Ingelheim and Synaffix B.V. ("Synaffix"), a Lonza company (SWX:LONN) focused on commercializing its clinical-stage platform technology for the development of best-in-class antibody drug conjugates (ADCs), reported that Boehringer has licensed Synaffix’s ADC technology (Press release, Synaffix, JAN 9, 2025, View Source [SID1234649552]). This new partnership significantly bolsters Boehringer’s ADC portfolio, driven by its subsidiary, NBE Therapeutics, to achieve the company’s aim of transforming the lives of people with cancer.

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ADCs are a cutting-edge class of cancer treatments that combine the targeting ability of antibodies with the potent cancer-killing power of drugs. This allows for the precise delivery of therapeutic agents directly to cancer cells, minimizing damage to healthy tissue and enhancing treatment efficacy.

Peter van de Sande, Head of Synaffix, said: "Boehringer Ingelheim is a leader in oncology treatment development, and the selection of our ADC technologies to further bolster their pipeline portfolio is a strong recognition of the potential of these technologies to maximize the therapeutic index of ADCs. This licensing agreement represents the culmination of a successful preclinical evaluation of our technology."

Lamine Mbow, Global Head of Discovery Research, Boehringer Ingelheim, said: "We are building a broad pipeline of ADCs addressing the novel tumor target space to develop next-generation cancer treatments. By combining our deep expertise in cancer treatment development with Synaffix’s clinical-stage platform technology, we aim to accelerate the delivery of first-in-class cancer treatments to improve cancer patient outcomes."

Synaffix has developed a clinically validated ADC platform technology that utilizes an enzymatic modification of native glycan anchor points on antibodies, enabling the development of best-in-class ADCs or bispecifics. With the access to Synaffix’s technology, NBE Therapeutics broadens its ADC portfolio. This will enable Boehringer Ingelheim to address novel tumor targets from its comprehensive portfolio to develop first-in-class cancer treatments that address high unmet medical needs in oncology.

Under the terms of the agreement, Synaffix will provide access to its proprietary ADC technologies for an agreed but undisclosed number of targets. The first target was nominated upon signature, and additional targets will subsequently be nominated within a predefined timeframe. In addition to the upfront payment, Synaffix is eligible to receive potential additional milestone payments of up to $1.3 billion, plus additional royalty payments on net sales of resulting products.

Synaffix and Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Sign License Agreement for ADC Technology

On January 9, 2025 Synaffix B.V. ("Synaffix"), a Lonza company (SWX:LONN) focused on commercializing its clinical-stage platform technology for the development of antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) with best-in-class therapeutic index, reported that it has licensed its ADC technology to Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation ("MTPC"), the pharma arm of Mitsubishi Chemical Group ("MCG") (Press release, Synaffix, JAN 9, 2025, View Source [SID1234649550]).

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Synaffix is responsible for the manufacturing of the components that are related to its proprietary technologies, and MTPC is responsible for the research, development, manufacturing and commercialization of the ADC.

Peter van de Sande, Head of Synaffix, said: "This latest licensing deal with MTPC highlights the appeal of our industry-leading ADC technology offering. MTPC is a key collaborator for us, expanding our presence in the APAC region, and we are excited to work alongside such a large and reputable corporation with the aim to make a tangible difference for patients in areas of high unmet medical need."

Rigel Announces R289 Granted Orphan Drug Designation by the FDA for MDS

On January 9, 2025 Rigel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: RIGL), a commercial stage biotechnology company focused on hematologic disorders and cancer, reported that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Orphan Drug designation to R289 for the treatment of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS) (Press release, Rigel, JAN 9, 2025, View Source [SID1234649549]). R2891, Rigel’s potent and selective dual inhibitor of IRAK1 and IRAK4, is being studied in an ongoing Phase 1b study evaluating the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics and preliminary activity in patients with LR-MDS who are relapsed or refractory to prior therapies.

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"Receiving Orphan Drug designation for R289 supports the development of this therapeutic candidate for the treatment of MDS and highlights the significant unmet medical need that exists for these patients," said Raul Rodriguez, Rigel’s president and CEO. "Orphan Drug and Fast Track designations, along with encouraging initial data from our ongoing Phase 1b study in patients with lower-risk MDS, represent significant milestones in the advancement of R289 as a potential new treatment option."

The FDA Office of Orphan Products Development grants orphan drug designation to support the development of medicines for rare disorders that affect fewer than 200,000 people in the U.S. Under the Orphan Drug Act, orphan drug designation qualifies a company for incentives including tax credits, exemptions from certain FDA fees for clinical trials and the potential for seven years of market exclusivity following drug approval.

R289 was previously granted Fast Track designation by the FDA for the treatment of patients with previously-treated transfusion dependent lower-risk MDS.

About R289
R289 is a prodrug of R835, an IRAK1/4 dual inhibitor, which has been shown in preclinical studies to block inflammatory cytokine production in response to toll-like receptor (TLR) and interleukin-1 receptor (IL-1R) family signaling. TLRs and IL-1Rs play a critical role in the innate immune response and dysregulation of these pathways can lead to various inflammatory conditions. Chronic stimulation of both these receptor systems is thought to cause the pro-inflammatory environment in the bone marrow responsible for persistent cytopenias in lower-risk MDS patients.

RAPT Therapeutics to Present at the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference

On January 9, 2025 RAPT Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: RAPT), a clinical-stage, immunology-based biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing novel therapies for patients with inflammatory and immunological diseases, reported that Brian Wong, M.D., Ph.D., President and Chief Executive Officer, will present a company overview at the 43rd Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference on Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time (Press release, RAPT Therapeutics, JAN 9, 2025, https://investors.rapt.com/news-releases/news-release-details/rapt-therapeutics-present-43rd-annual-jp-morgan-healthcare [SID1234649547]).

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