Phase 1 study of infusional or bolus deflexifol (a novel formulation of 5FU, folinic acid, and cyclodextrin) after failure of standard treatment.

TPS812Background: 5FU is a commonly used anti-cancer agent first synthesized in 1957, and is now most commonly used in combination with FA, which enhances its clinical activity. Physical incompatibilities between 5FU and LV necessitate the infusion of each component separately, often through a central line due to high pH; resulting in adverse events, which leads to poor outcomes due to treatment interruption and discontinuation. A novel all in one reformulation of 5FU/LV at physiological pH has been developed as an alternative to serial administration of 5FU and LV in a high Ph solution [Locke JM, Anticancer Drugs 2009]. Preclinical testing demonstrated that the reformulation is stable bioequivalent to 5FU with reduced side effects [Stutchbury TK, Anticancer drugs 2011]. Methods: An open label phase 1 dose escalation study is underway in 2 schedules (bolus and infusion) to assess the safety and tolerability in patients with advanced malignancy after failure of standard treatment (including fluoropyrimidin...