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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 2INTERVENTIONAL

ARISTOCRAT: Blinded Trial of Temozolomide +/- Cannabinoids

A Randomised Controlled Phase II Trial of Temozolomide With or Without Cannabinoids in Patients With Recurrent Glioblastoma

ARISTOCRAT: Blinded Trial of Temozolomide +/- Cannabinoids (NCT05629702) is a Phase 2 interventional studying Glioblastoma and Brain Tumor, sponsored by University of Birmingham. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

ARISTOCRAT is a phase II, multi-centre, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial to compare the cannabinoid Nabiximols with placebo in patients with recurrent MGMT methylated glioblastoma (GBM) treated with temozolomide (TMZ).

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Glioblastoma and continue monitoring side effects. Phase 2 enrolls larger groups (typically 100–300 patients) and produces the first real efficacy signal. A successful Phase 2 readout is what unlocks the much larger Phase 3 confirmatory trials needed for FDA approval.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

Target enrollment of 120 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Glioblastoma subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Histological diagnosis of MGMT promoter methylated, IDH wild type (WT) GBM with consistent local molecular pathology (repeat biopsy at recurrence is NOT required). - First recurrence of GBM planned for systemic treatment as determined by local Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), including agreement of a Consultant Neuro-Radiologist that imaging changes are most in keeping with recurrence and not pseudo-progression. Patients with a prior recurrence treated by surgical resection alone are eligible at time of first recurrence planned for systemic treatment. - Patients must have received initial first-line treatment with standard dose conventionally fractionated radiotherapy (i.e. 40 Gy in 15 fractions or 54-60 Gy in 28-33 fractions; other regimes may be considered in consultation with the ARISTOCRAT Trial Office) with concomitant and adjuvant TMZ. - A minimum of 3 cycles of adjuvant TMZ must have been received. - A minimum of Stable Disease (SD) (or Partial Response (PR)/Complete Response (CR)) at the end of first-line treatment (measured by Response Assessment for Neuro-Oncology (RANO) criteria). - ≥3 months since day 28 of the last cycle of TMZ. - Karnofsky Performance Status ≥60. - Adequate hematologic, renal, and hepatic function within 14 days prior to randomisation: - Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥1.5 x 109/L - Platelet count ≥100 x 109/L - Serum creatinine clearance (measured or calculated (using local standard practice)) \>30ml/min - Total serum bilirubin ≤1.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) - Liver transaminases \<2.5 x ULN - If surgery has been performed for first recurrence, then the wound must be adequately healed and there must be residual enhancing disease on MRI within 21 days of surgery or new enhancement at later follow up deemed suitable for systemic treatment. - Recovered from previous treatment side-effects ≤ Grade 2. - If on systemic steroids, must be on stable (≥7 days) or decreasing dose of steroids. ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: * Histological diagnosis of MGMT promoter methylated, IDH wild type (WT) GBM with consistent local molecular pathology (repeat biopsy at recurrence is NOT required). * First recurrence of GBM planned for systemic treatment as determined by local Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), including agreement of a Consultant Neuro-Radiologist that imaging changes are most in keeping with recurrence and not pseudo-progression. Patients with a prior recurrence treated by surgical resection alone are eligible at time of first recurrence planned for systemic treatment. * Patients must have received initial first-line treatment with standard dose conventionally fractionated radiotherapy (i.e. 40 Gy in 15 fractions or 54-60 Gy in 28-33 fractions; other regimes may be considered in consultation with the ARISTOCRAT Trial Office) with concomitant and adjuvant TMZ. * A minimum of 3 cycles of adjuvant TMZ must have been received. * A minimum of Stable Disease (SD) (or Partial Response (PR)/Complete Response (CR)) at the end of first-line treatment (measured by Response Assessment for Neuro-Oncology (RANO) criteria). * ≥3 months since day 28 of the last cycle of TMZ. * Karnofsky Performance Status ≥60. * Adequate hematologic, renal, and hepatic function within 14 days prior to randomisation: * Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) ≥1.5 x 109/L * Platelet count ≥100 x 109/L * Serum creatinine clearance (measured or calculated (using local standard practice)) \>30ml/min * Total serum bilirubin ≤1.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) * Liver transaminases \<2.5 x ULN * If surgery has been performed for first recurrence, then the wound must be adequately healed and there must be residual enhancing disease on MRI within 21 days of surgery or new enhancement at later follow up deemed suitable for systemic treatment. * Recovered from previous treatment side-effects ≤ Grade 2. * If on systemic steroids, must be on stable (≥7 days) or decreasing dose of steroids. * Willing and able to provide trial-specific informed consent. * Willing and able to comply with trial requirements. * Age ≥16. * Able to start treatment within 28 days of randomisation. Exclusion Criteria: * Pathology inconsistent with IDH WT GBM (e.g. patients with molecular features of PXA or BRAF mutation will be excluded). * Prior invasive malignancy (except non-melanoma skin cancer), unless disease free for a minimum of one year. * Prior treatment with stereotactic radiotherapy, brachytherapy or Convection Enhanced Delivery (CED) of any agent. * Prior treatment, apart from debulking surgery, for first recurrence of GBM. * Any active co-morbidity making patient unsuitable for trial treatment in the view of the Investigator. * Personal history of schizophrenia, other psychotic illness, severe personality disorder or other significant psychiatric diagnosis other than depression associated with their underlying glioma condition. * Prior allergic reaction or significant toxicity (≥Grade 3 CTCAE) related to TMZ treatment. * Current or recent cannabis or cannabinoid-based medications within 28 days of randomisation and/or unwilling to abstain for the duration of the trial. * Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or a woman of childbearing potential who is unwilling to use effective contraceptive methods during trial treatment and for 6 months after completion of trial treatment. o Women of childbearing age must have a negative pregnancy test within 7 days prior to randomisation. * Men who are sexually active and unwilling/unable to use medically acceptable forms of contraception during trial treatment or for 6 months after completion of trial treatment. * Contra-indication to MRI or gadolinium. * Hereditary galactose intolerance, total lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption. * Known hypersensitivity to cannabinoids or excipients of the IMP. * Known history of current or prior alcohol or drug dependence. * Known Hepatitis B (HBV), Cytomegalovirus (CMV) or opportunistic infection. * Has received a live vaccine within 28 days prior to randomisation. * Unable to administer oromucosal medication due to mucosal lesions or other issues. * Participation in another therapeutic clinical trial whilst taking part in this trial. * Any psychological, familial, sociological or geographical condition hampering protocol compliance.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Nabiximols

Oromucosal spray

DRUG

Temozolomide

Oral capsule

DRUG

Nabiximols-matched placebo

Nabiximols-matched placebo oromucosal spray

Locations (20)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Glan Clwyd Hospital
Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire, United Kingdom
Mount Vernon Hospital, The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Northwood, Middlesex, United Kingdom
Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, NHS Grampian
Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Belfast City Hospital, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust
Belfast, United Kingdom
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Bristol Haematology & Oncology Centre, University Hospitals Bristol & Weston NHS Foundation Trust
Bristol, United Kingdom
Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Velindre Cancer Centre, Velindre University NHS Trust
Cardiff, United Kingdom
Western General Hospital, NHS Lothian
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde
Glasgow, United Kingdom
Castle Hill Hospital, Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Hull, United Kingdom
St James's University Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Leeds, United Kingdom
St Bartholomew's Hospital, Barts Health NHS Trust
London, United Kingdom
Guy's Hospital, Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
London, United Kingdom
Charing Cross Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
London, United Kingdom
Maidstone Hospital, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Maidstone, United Kingdom
The Christie Hospital, The Christie NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester, United Kingdom
Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHS Foundation Trust
Metropolitan Borough of Wirral, United Kingdom
City Hospital, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham, United Kingdom
Churchill Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Oxford, United Kingdom

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT05629702), the sponsor (University of Birmingham), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT05629702 clinical trial studying?

ARISTOCRAT is a phase II, multi-centre, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial to compare the cannabinoid Nabiximols with placebo in patients with recurrent MGMT methylated glioblastoma (GBM) treated with temozolomide (TMZ). The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT05629702?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT05629702?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT05629702. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT05629702. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.