AZD1152 (Barasertib) has been evaluated across several clinical trials spanning Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 to assess its safety, pharmacokinetics, and efficacy in acute myeloid leukemia, diffuse large B-cell lymphoma, and advanced solid tumors. Sponsored by AstraZeneca alongside academic partners including Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, these studies evaluated the drug as monotherapy or combination therapy. While initial Phase 1 studies in solid tumors were terminated, multiple clinical trials targeting acute myeloid leukemia and lymphoma successfully reached completion.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT01354392 | COMPLETED | Lymphoma |
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust |
2011-09 | PHASE1; PHASE2 |
| NCT00952588 | COMPLETED | Acute Myeloid Leukemia |
AstraZeneca |
2009-07 | PHASE2; PHASE3 |
| NCT00926731 | COMPLETED | Acute Myeloid Leukemia |
AstraZeneca |
2009-06 | PHASE1 |
| NCT01019161 | COMPLETED | Acute Myeloid Leukaemia |
AstraZeneca |
2009-11 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00497991 | COMPLETED | Myeloid Leukemia |
AstraZeneca |
2006-05 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00530699 | COMPLETED | Acute Myeloid Leukaemia |
AstraZeneca |
2007-11 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00338182 | COMPLETED | Tumors |
AstraZeneca |
2006-05-23 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00497731 | TERMINATED | Solid Tumors |
AstraZeneca |
2005-05 | PHASE1 |
| NCT00497679 | TERMINATED | Solid Tumours |
AstraZeneca |
2006-08 | PHASE1 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2014-07-02)
Mechanism and Biochemical Profile
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>).