Emactuzumab (SynOx Therapeutics) is the name of a monoclonal antibody currently in trial for TGCT. Monoclonal antibodies are engineered protein that bind to one substance, in this case CSF1 at the cell source. Once it binds, the CSF1 cannot interact with surrounding cells, reducing growth and symptoms of disease.
It is a Phase 3 randomized study, meaning the optimal dose is known and the effectiveness is being investigated. The Phase 3 trial is known as TANGENT. The trial closed recruitment prior to enrolling any patients.
Published data from the Phase 1 trial suggests it has an improved tolerability profile and remains effective at shrinking TGCT in 71% of patients with a robust response for up to 800 study days (1). The most common side effects include itching (70%), lack of energy (62%), facial swelling (49%), extremity swelling (44%), eyelid swelling (37%), headaches (30%), nausea (29%), rash (29%), fatigue (24%) among others.
It has not started recruiting again at any global clinical location, including the US, Europe, and the UK.
To learn more and check the trial status, go to the Clinical Trial page or consult your doctor.