Clinical Trials

Multiple clinical trials sponsored by Nuvalent Inc. are evaluating the safety and efficacy of zidesamtinib (NVL-520) in patients with locally advanced or metastatic solid tumors, particularly ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer. Key protocols comprise the Phase 1/2 ARROS-1 trial evaluating dose escalation and expansion, alongside an expanded access treatment program. Active studies are currently recruiting or available, reflecting ongoing clinical development for this target indication.

NCT Number Recruitment Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT05118789 RECRUITING
Locally Advanced Solid Tumor; Metastatic Solid Tumor
Nuvalent Inc.
2022-01-04 PHASE1; PHASE2
NCT05118789 Recruiting
Locally Advanced Solid Tumor|Metastatic Solid Tumor
Nuvalent Inc.
2022-01-04 Phase 1|Phase 2

(data from https://clinicaltrials.gov, updated on 2025-10-24)

Check the Zidesamtinib product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Compliance for Clinical Use

Mechanism and Biochemical Profile

Zidesamtinib selectively binds to and inhibits wild-type ROS1 tyrosine kinase with sub-nanomolar potency (IC50 = 0.7 nM), thereby blocking downstream oncogenic signal transduction cascades and impairing tumor cell proliferation and survival. By penetrating the blood-brain barrier and disrupting intracellular ROS1 kinase activity, this targeted inhibition suppresses oncogenic growth in ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer and advanced solid tumors.

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.