Clinical Trials

Multiple clinical trials spanning Phase 1 through Phase 3 have evaluated nazartinib (EGF816) as monotherapy and combination regimens for EGFR-mutated non-small cell lung cancer, advanced solid tumors, melanoma, and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Sponsored by major pharmaceutical entities such as Novartis alongside academic medical centers, these studies encompass completed, active not recruiting, terminated, and withdrawn protocols. This includes a clinical trial evaluating nazartinib against standard EGFR inhibitors in first-line settings.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT03040973 ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
Advanced Solid Tumors Which Are cMET-dependent
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2017-08-23 PHASE2
NCT03333343 ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
EGFR-mutant Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2018-01-29 PHASE1
NCT03114319 TERMINATED
Advanced EGFR Mutant Non Small Cell LungCancer (NSCLC); KRAS G12-mutant NSCLC; Esophageal Squamous Cell Cancer (SCC); Head/Neck SCC; Melanoma; Advanced Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors (GIST); Advanced NRAS/BRAFT wt Cutaneous Melanoma
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2017-05-26 PHASE1
NCT03516214 COMPLETED
Bronchial Neoplasms
University of Cologne
2018-04-25 PHASE1
NCT03292133 TERMINATED
Lung Cancer
Massachusetts General Hospital
2017-10-31 PHASE2
NCT02900664 COMPLETED
Colorectal Cancer, Triple Negative Breast Cancer, NSCLC - Adenocarcinoma
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2016-08-23 PHASE1
NCT02335944 TERMINATED
Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2015-01-13 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT03529084 WITHDRAWN
Carcinoma, Non-small Cell Lung
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2018-07-24 PHASE3
NCT02323126 TERMINATED
Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2015-02-09 PHASE2
NCT03529084 Withdrawn
Carcinoma Non-small Cell Lung
Novartis Pharmaceuticals|Novartis
2018-07-24 Phase 3
NCT03516214 Completed
Bronchial Neoplasms
University of Cologne
2018-04-25 Phase 1
NCT02108964 COMPLETED
Advanced Non-small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals
2014-06-06 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT03292133 Active not recruiting
Lung Cancer
Massachusetts General Hospital|Novartis
2017-10-31 Phase 2
NCT02323126 Terminated
Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals|Novartis
2015-02-09 Phase 2
NCT02335944 Terminated
Non Small Cell Lung Cancer
Novartis Pharmaceuticals|Novartis
2015-01-13 Phase 1|Phase 2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-06-11)

Check the Nazartinib (EGF816) product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Nazartinib functions as a covalent, irreversible inhibitor that selectively targets mutated epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), specifically inhibiting T790M and activating mutations to block downstream intracellular signal transduction and suppress cancer cell proliferation. This targeted inhibition directly halts tumor expansion in patients with EGFR-mutant non-small cell lung cancer and other advanced solid malignancies evaluated in clinical studies.

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.