Use of Isatuximab, Dexamethasone and Lenalidomide in a Go-Slow Fashion for Ultra-Frail Patients With Multiple Myeloma

Use of Isatuximab, Dexamethasone and Lenalidomide in a Go-Slow Fashion for Ultra-Frail Patients With Multiple Myeloma: A Phase 2 Multicenter Study

Use of Isatuximab, Dexamethasone and Lenalidomide in a Go-Slow Fashion for Ultra-Frail Patients With Multiple Myeloma (NCT06517017) is a Phase 2 interventional studying Multiple Myeloma and Plasma Cell Leukemia, sponsored by University of Utah. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

About This Trial

Historically, the frailest patients with multiple myeloma are under-represented in clinical trials, and have very high rates of treatment discontinuation, and early treatment mortality. The investigators hypothesize that a go-slow gentle approach to starting treatment in such patients, starting with just Isatuximab and dexamethasone with a gentle introduction to lenalidomide third cycle onwards, may improve treatment adherence and quality of life. The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a go-slow approach to treating MM in ultra-frail patients may improve the ability to adhere to treatment and improve quality of life.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 2 trials evaluate whether a treatment actually works against Multiple Myeloma 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.

With a target enrollment of 40 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: - Male or female subject aged ≥ 18 years. - diagnosed by tissue sample (biopsy-confirmed) myeloma and/or Plasma Cell Leukemia who are newly diagnosed and having completed ≤ 1 prior cycle of myeloma treatment. - For female subjects of childbearing potential: Negative pregnancy test or evidence of post-menopausal status or evidence of permanent surgical sterilization (bilateral oophorectomy or hysterectomy). The post-menopausal status will be defined as having been amenorrheic for 24 months without an alternative medical cause. - Subjects must be willing to follow contraception requirements listed in the protocol, agree to participate in the Lenalidomide REMS program, and have signed the Patient-Physician Agreement Form. - Male subjects must agree to use a latex condom during intercourse for the duration of study therapy as described in the protocol, even if he has undergone a successful vasectomy. - Recovery to baseline or ≤ Grade 1 CTCAE v5 from toxicities related to any prior treatments, unless AE(s) are clinically nonsignificant and/or stable on supportive therapy per the treating investigator. - Able to provide willing to sign a consent form and willing to sign an approved consent form that conforms to federal and institutional guidelines. - IMWG defined frailty score ≥ 3. IMWG definition available here: http://www.myelomafrailtyscorecalculator.net Who Should NOT Join This Trial: - Receiving other investigational agents. - Any condition that would, in the Investigator's judgment, compromise the subject's ability to understand the subject information, give willing to sign a consent form, and/or contraindicate the subject's participation in the clinical study due to safety concerns or compliance with clinical study procedures (e.g., infection/inflammation, intestinal obstruction, unable to swallow medication, \[subjects may not receive the drug through a feeding tube\], social/ psychological issues, etc.) ...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: * Male or female subject aged ≥ 18 years. * Histologically confirmed myeloma and/or Plasma Cell Leukemia who are newly diagnosed and having completed ≤ 1 prior cycle of myeloma treatment. * For female subjects of childbearing potential: Negative pregnancy test or evidence of post-menopausal status or evidence of permanent surgical sterilization (bilateral oophorectomy or hysterectomy). The post-menopausal status will be defined as having been amenorrheic for 24 months without an alternative medical cause. * Subjects must be willing to follow contraception requirements listed in the protocol, agree to participate in the Lenalidomide REMS program, and have signed the Patient-Physician Agreement Form. * Male subjects must agree to use a latex condom during intercourse for the duration of study therapy as described in the protocol, even if he has undergone a successful vasectomy. * Recovery to baseline or ≤ Grade 1 CTCAE v5 from toxicities related to any prior treatments, unless AE(s) are clinically nonsignificant and/or stable on supportive therapy per the treating investigator. * Able to provide informed consent and willing to sign an approved consent form that conforms to federal and institutional guidelines. * IMWG defined frailty score ≥ 3. IMWG definition available here: http://www.myelomafrailtyscorecalculator.net Exclusion Criteria: * Receiving other investigational agents. * Any condition that would, in the Investigator's judgment, compromise the subject's ability to understand the subject information, give informed consent, and/or contraindicate the subject's participation in the clinical study due to safety concerns or compliance with clinical study procedures (e.g., infection/inflammation, intestinal obstruction, unable to swallow medication, \[subjects may not receive the drug through a feeding tube\], social/ psychological issues, etc.) * Known prior severe hypersensitivity (NCI CTCAE v5.0 Grade ≥ 3) to investigational product (IP) or any component in its formulations. This includes hypersensitivity or history of intolerance to steroids, mannitol, pregelatinized starch, sodium stearyl fumarate, histidine (as base and hydrochloride salt), arginine hydrochloride, poloxamer 188, sucrose or any of the other components of study intervention that are not amenable to premedication with steroids and H2 blockers or would prohibit further treatment with these agents. * Subjects currently taking prohibited medications as described in the protocol.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Isatuximab

Subcutaneous isatuximab will be administered weekly on a 28-day cycle during the first two cycles, and every two weeks of a 28-day cycle thereafter. Dexamethasone will be administered on the days of isatuximab administration and can be discontinued after two cycles of therapy, or continued at discretion of investigator. Lenalidomide, will be added after two cycles of therapy have been completed.

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.

Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah

Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06517017), the sponsor (University of Utah), 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 NCT06517017 clinical trial studying?

Who can participate in NCT06517017?

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 NCT06517017?

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 NCT06517017. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06517017. 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 2026-06-07 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.