Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov
A Multi-center, Randomized, Double-blind, Phase II/III Clinical Trial of AK104 or Placebo in Combination With Chemotherapy as Second-line or More Lines for Recurrent or Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC)
A Multi-center, Randomized, Double-blind, Phase II/III Clinical Trial of AK104 or Placebo in Combination With Chemotherapy as Second-line or More Lines for Recurrent or Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC) (NCT06241599) is a Phase 2 / Phase 3 interventional studying Recurrent or Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, sponsored by Sun Yat-sen University. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.
About This Trial
To compare whether AK104 combined with GP or PFLL can improve survival benefit, safety and tolerability in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients who have failed first-line treatment; To compare the survival benefits of GP or GFLL treatment in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients who had failed first-line therapy; To compare the survival benefits of GP or GFLL combined with AK104 in patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma who had failed first-line therapy.
What Stage of Research Is This?
Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Recurrent or Metastatic Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma 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.
A target enrollment of 300 participants makes this a sizable late-stage trial. Studies in this range typically have enough power to detect clinically meaningful differences from a comparator and to characterize less-common side effects.
Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)
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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Treatments Being Tested
GP/PFLL+AK104
Groups 1 and 2: Patients who have not been treated with PFLL in front-line therapy. 5-Fu:200mg/m2/d, d1-30, continuous intravenous infusion; Cisplatin: 80mg/m2, intravenous infusion for 4h, the first and 28th days of each cycle; AK104: 6mg/kg intravenous infusion for more than 60 minutes, used on days 1, 15, 30, 45 of each cycle, and administered 30 minutes before chemotherapy drugs during chemotherapy. Groups 3 and 4: Patients who had never used GP in their front-line treatment regimen. Gemcitabine: 1000mg/m2, used on the 1st and 8th day of each cycle; Cisplatin: 80mg/m2 on the first day of each cycle; AK104 6mg/kg intravenous infusion for more than 60 minutes was used on day 1, 15 (single cycle)/or day 8 (double cycle) of each cycle, and was administered 30 minutes before chemotherapy drugs during chemotherapy. Every 3 weeks is a treatment cycle, with a maximum of 6 cycles used. After 6 cycles of chemotherapy, both groups could continue to receive AK104 (once every 2 weeks).
GP/PFLL+placebo
Groups 1 and 2: Patients who have not been treated with PFLL in front-line therapy. 5-Fu:200mg/m2/d, d1-30, continuous intravenous infusion; Cisplatin: 80mg/m2, intravenous infusion for 4h, the first and 28th days of each cycle; placebo: 6mg/kg intravenous infusion for more than 60 minutes, used on days 1, 15, 30, 45 of each cycle, and administered 30 minutes before chemotherapy drugs during chemotherapy. Groups 3 and 4: Patients who had never used GP in their front-line treatment regimen. Gemcitabine: 1000mg/m2, used on the 1st and 8th day of each cycle; Cisplatin: 80mg/m2 on the first day of each cycle; placebo 6mg/kg intravenous infusion for more than 60 minutes was used on day 1, 15 (single cycle)/or day 8 (double cycle) of each cycle, and was administered 30 minutes before chemotherapy drugs during chemotherapy. Every 3 weeks is a treatment cycle, with a maximum of 6 cycles used. After 6 cycles of chemotherapy, both groups could continue to receive placebo (once every 2 weeks).
Locations (1)
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.
How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial
Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06241599), the sponsor (Sun Yat-sen University), 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 NCT06241599 clinical trial studying?
To compare whether AK104 combined with GP or PFLL can improve survival benefit, safety and tolerability in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients who have failed first-line treatment; To compare the survival benefits of GP or GFLL treatment in nasopharyngeal carcinoma patients who had failed first-line therapy; To compare the survival benefits of GP or GFLL combined with AK104 in patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma who had failed first-line therapy. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.
Who can participate in NCT06241599?
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 NCT06241599?
Contact information for this trial may be available directly on the ClinicalTrials.gov record. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar for the official source. Always discuss any potential trial with your doctor before contacting the study site.
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
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Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.