Clinical Trials

Several Phase II clinical trials have evaluated the therapeutic potential of Danusertib (PHA-739358) across hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, including leukemia, multiple myeloma, and metastatic hormone-refractory prostate cancer. Sponsored by organizations such as Nerviano Medical Sciences and the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center, these studies aimed to assess efficacy across distinct patient cohorts. Recruitment statuses across these initiatives vary, encompassing completed, terminated, and unknown outcomes.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT00766324 COMPLETED
Metastatic Hormone Refractory Prostate Cancer
Nerviano Medical Sciences
2007-09 PHASE2
NCT00335868 UNKNOWN
Leukemia
Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center
2007-03 PHASE2
NCT00872300 TERMINATED
Multiple Myeloma
Nerviano Medical Sciences
2008-10 PHASE2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2014-05-28)

Check the Danusertib (PHA-739358) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Danusertib functions as a potent small-molecule inhibitor that binds to Aurora kinases A, B, and C as well as Bcr-Abl, thereby disrupting downstream phosphorylation pathways critical for mitotic progression and oncogenic signaling. This target inhibition leads to cell cycle arrest, induction of apoptosis, and autophagy, providing the physiological basis for targeting tumor proliferation in clinical trial settings such as leukemia, multiple myeloma, and metastatic hormone-refractory prostate cancer.

Appendix RUO and cGMP Quality Standards

Quality Dimension RUO (Research Use Only) cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice)
Clinical Applicability Prohibited in human clinical trials or medical diagnostics. Mandatory for human clinical trials (Phase I–III) and therapies.
Regulatory Status Non-regulated grade; exempt from drug manufacturing laws. Legally enforced by health authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA, NMPA).
Facility Environment Unclassified analytical or research laboratories. Validated Cleanrooms (ISO Class 5–8) with continuous monitoring.
Quality Control Basic purity and activity testing. Rigorous safety release testing (Sterility, Endotoxin, Mycoplasma).
Process Validation Basic equipment calibration; no process validation required. Full qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and complete batch records.
Quality Assurance Vendor self-declared without required formal QMS. Mandatory QA/QC unit, Change Control, CAPA, and vendor audits.
Regulatory Impact High risk of IND rejection if used as a critical raw material. Required for IND/NDA filings, supported by Drug Master Files (DMF).

Footnotes

Regulatory Note: Governed by FDA (21 CFR Parts 210/211/312), EMA (EudraLex Vol 4), ICH Guidelines (E6/Q7/Q9/Q10), and compendial standards (USP <71>/<85>/<1043>).

Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.