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Phase 3 trial of navitoclax plus ruxolitinib versus ruxolitinib alone in myelofibrosis posts results

Phase 3 trial of navitoclax plus ruxolitinib versus ruxolitinib alone in myelofibrosis posts results
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Key Takeaway
Await full data release to evaluate navitoclax/ruxolitinib combination in myelofibrosis.

A phase 3 randomized controlled trial (RCT) was conducted at approximately 190 sites worldwide, enrolling 252 adult participants with a diagnosis of myelofibrosis. The study compared the combination of oral navitoclax plus oral ruxolitinib against oral ruxolitinib plus an oral placebo. The primary efficacy endpoint was the percentage of participants achieving at least a 35% reduction from baseline in spleen volume at week 24 (SVR35W24).

No specific efficacy results, including the primary outcome measure, effect sizes, or statistical significance, have been reported. Secondary outcomes were not detailed in the available information. The trial's follow-up duration is also not reported.

Safety and tolerability data, including adverse events, serious adverse events, and discontinuation rates, are not available from this initial results posting. The study was sponsored by AbbVie. A key limitation is the absence of reported data, which precludes any assessment of efficacy or safety. The practice relevance of this investigational combination remains uncertain pending the release of detailed results.

Study Details

Study typePhase3
Sample sizen = 252
EvidenceLevel 2
Follow-up30.4 mo
PublishedMar 2026
View Original Abstract ↓
Status: COMPLETED | Phase: PHASE3 Condition(s): Myelofibrosis (MF) Intervention(s): Placebo for Navitoclax (DRUG), Ruxolitinib (DRUG), Navitoclax (DRUG) Myelofibrosis is a type of bone marrow cancer that usually develops slowly and disrupts body's normal production of blood cells. It causes bone marrow scarring, leading to severe anemia that can cause weakness and fatigue. It can also cause a low number of blood-clotting cells called platelets, which increases risk of bleeding. Myelofibrosis often causes an enlarged spleen. The purpose of this study is to see if a combination of navitoclax and ruxolitinib is more effective and safe in assessment of change in spleen volume when compared to ruxolitinib in participants with myelofibrosis. Navitoclax is an investigational drug for the treatment of myelofibrosis. Participants in this study are divided into two groups, called treatment arms. Each group receives a different treatment. Adult participants with a diagnosis of myelofibrosis will be enrolled. Around 230 participants will be enrolled in approximately 190 sites worldwide. Participants will receive oral navitoclax tablet with oral ruxolitinib tablet or oral ruxolitinib tablet with oral placebo (no active drug) tablet and treatment may continue untill the participant cannot tolerate the study drug, or benefit is not achieved, or other reasons which qualify for discontinuation of the study drug. There may be a higher treatment burden for participants in this trial compared to their standard of care. Participants will attend regular visits during the course of the study at a hospital or clinic. The effect of the treatment will be checked by medical assessments, blood tests, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or computed tomography (CT) scan, bone marrow tests, checking for side effects, and completing questionnaires. Primary Outcome(s): Percentage of Participants With ≥ 35% Reduction From Baseline in Spleen Volume at Week 24 (SVR35W24) Enrollment: 252 (ACTUAL) Lead Sponsor: AbbVie Start: 2020-09-29 | Primary Completion: 2023-04-13 Results posted: 2026-03-23
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