Clinical Trials

Darovasertib (LXS196) has been evaluated across multiple clinical trials investigating its therapeutic potential in primary and metastatic uveal melanoma, cutaneous melanoma, colorectal cancer, and solid tumors harboring GNAQ/11 mutations or PRKC fusions. These Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 studies—sponsored by organizations such as IDEAYA Biosciences, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, and St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney—encompass completed, terminated, and actively recruiting trials. Overall, the clinical landscape spans neoadjuvant interventions in localized disease to combination strategies for advanced metastatic ocular melanoma.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT07804186 RECRUITING
Uveal Melanoma
IDEAYA Biosciences
2026-09 PHASE3
NCT07015190 RECRUITING
Uveal Melanoma
IDEAYA Biosciences
2026-01-25 PHASE3
NCT05907954 ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Uveal Melanoma
IDEAYA Biosciences
2023-07-03 PHASE2
NCT05987332 ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Metastatic Uveal Melanoma
IDEAYA Biosciences
2023-10-31 PHASE2; PHASE3
NCT05187884 COMPLETED
Ocular Melanoma
St Vincent's Hospital, Sydney
2022-05-03 PHASE2
NCT05907954 Recruiting
Uveal Melanoma
IDEAYA Biosciences
2023-07-03 Phase 2
NCT02601378 TERMINATED
Uveal Melanoma
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2016-02-01 PHASE1
NCT03947385 Recruiting
Metastatic Uveal Melanoma|Cutaneous Melanoma|Colorectal Cancer|Other Solid Tumors
IDEAYA Biosciences
2019-06-28 Phase 1|Phase 2
NCT02601378 Terminated
Uveal Melanoma
Novartis Pharmaceuticals|Novartis
2016-02-01 Phase 1

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-09-04)

Check the Darovasertib (LXS196) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Darovasertib selectively binds to and inhibits protein kinase C (PKC), thereby suppressing downstream oncogenic signaling pathways that regulate cellular proliferation and survival. By blocking PKC activity driven by hyperactive upstream GNAQ/11 signaling, this compound disrupts tumor growth and viability, providing the mechanistic rationale for its clinical evaluation in primary and metastatic uveal melanoma.

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.