Multiple clinical trials spanning Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III and sponsored by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC are evaluating Calderasib (MK-1084) as monotherapy and in combination regimens across advanced solid tumors, non-small cell lung cancer, colon adenocarcinoma, rectal adenocarcinoma, and other malignant neoplasms. Active and recruiting studies include a clinical trial assessing Calderasib with pembrolizumab for non-small cell lung cancer. Furthermore, several clinical trials have completed evaluations of pharmacokinetic parameters, drug interactions, and tolerability in healthy participants as well as individuals with hepatic or renal impairment.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07431827 | RECRUITING | Non-small Cell Lung Cancer |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2026-03-18 | PHASE3 |
| NCT07554339 | RECRUITING | Non-small Cell Lung Cancer |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2026-06-18 | PHASE3 |
| NCT07209111 | RECRUITING | Neoplasm Malignant |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-12-04 | PHASE2 |
| NCT05067283 | RECRUITING | Advanced Solid Tumors |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2021-12-17 | PHASE1 |
| NCT07190248 | RECRUITING | Non-small Cell Lung Cancer |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-10-08 | PHASE3 |
| NCT07252739 | RECRUITING | Malignant Neoplasm |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-12-19 | PHASE2 |
| NCT07286149 | RECRUITING | Lung Neoplasm Malignant |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2026-04-30 | PHASE1; PHASE2 |
| NCT06997497 | RECRUITING | Colon Adenocarcinoma; Rectal Adenocarcinoma |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-07-16 | PHASE3 |
| NCT06345729 | RECRUITING | Non-small Cell Lung Cancer |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2024-05-24 | PHASE3 |
| NCT05853367 | ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING | Metastatic Solid Tumors; Advanced Solid Tumors |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2023-07-06 | PHASE1 |
| NCT07219550 | COMPLETED | Healthy; Hepatic Impairment |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-11-05 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06814119 | COMPLETED | Healthy; Renal Impairment |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-04-07 | PHASE1 |
| NCT07222098 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-11-19 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06942741 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2025-05-13 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06575933 | COMPLETED | Non-small Cell Lung Cancer |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2024-09-03 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06687759 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2024-06-26 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06719557 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2024-05-20 | PHASE1 |
| NCT06619314 | COMPLETED | Healthy |
Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
2023-09-20 | PHASE1 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-08-28)
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>).
- Calderasib (MK-1084) Solubility in DMSO
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- Calderasib (MK-1084) Chemical Structure (2D and 3D)
- Calderasib (MK-1084) SDS|MSDS