Clinical Trials

Can-Fite BioPharma has sponsored several clinical trials evaluating the safety and therapeutic efficacy of Namodenoson across Phase 1/2 to Phase 3 development for liver conditions, including advanced hepatocellular carcinoma with cirrhosis, nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), and chronic hepatitis C. Completed investigations include Phase 2 studies in second-line advanced hepatocellular carcinoma and NASH. Currently, recruitment is active for a Phase 3 trial in advanced hepatocellular carcinoma with cirrhosis as well as a Phase 2B trial in NASH.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05201404 Recruiting
Hepatocellular Carcinoma|Cirrhosis
Can-Fite BioPharma
2023-03-15 Phase 3
NCT04697810 Recruiting
NASH - Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis
Can-Fite BioPharma
2021-12-10 Phase 2
NCT02927314 Completed
Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Can-Fite BioPharma
2017-11-27 Phase 2
NCT02128958 Completed
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Can-Fite BioPharma
2014-09 Phase 2
NCT00790673 Completed
Chronic Hepatitis C
Can-Fite BioPharma
2009-07 Phase 1|Phase 2
NCT00790218 Completed
Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Can-Fite BioPharma
2009-02 Phase 1|Phase 2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2024-05-22)

Check the Namodenoson (CF-102) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Namodenoson acts as a selective agonist of the A3 adenosine receptor with a Ki of 0.33 nM, initiating receptor activation that deregulates downstream PI3K, NF-κB, and Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathways. This signaling deregulation suppresses inflammatory responses and cell survival pathways, conferring anti-inflammatory and antitumor effects relevant to its clinical evaluation in nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and hepatocellular carcinoma.

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.