Multiple clinical trials sponsored by ORIC Pharmaceuticals are evaluating ORIC-944 (rinzimetostat) in patients with metastatic prostate cancer and metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer. This portfolio includes a Phase 1/1b study evaluating ORIC-944 as a single agent or combined with androgen receptor pathway inhibitors, alongside a randomized Phase 3 trial comparing combination therapy against standard-of-care options. Recruitment is currently ongoing across these studies to further evaluate therapeutic efficacy and tolerability in advanced disease settings.
| NCT Number | Recruitment | Conditions | Sponsor/Collaborators | Start Date | Phases |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NCT07723248 | RECRUITING | Metastatic Castration Resistant Prostate Cancer |
ORIC Pharmaceuticals |
2026-08-03 | PHASE3 |
| NCT05413421 | RECRUITING | Metastatic Prostate Cancer |
ORIC Pharmaceuticals |
2022-06-01 | PHASE1 |
(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2026-09-03)
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>).