Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Cetuximab with or without Paclitaxel

We are studying the effectiveness of cetuximab alone or with paclitaxel for patients with recurrent head and neck cancer after previous treatment. The goal is to see how these options affect survival and quality of life.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Erbitux
Erbitux is a cancer treatment used to help slow the growth of certain colorectal and head and neck cancers.
Paclitaxel Teva
Paclitaxel Teva is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat various types of cancer.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Cetuximab
Cetuximab is a substance that targets a protein on cancer cells to help slow or stop growth in colorectal and head and neck cancers.
Paclitaxel
Paclitaxel is a substance used in chemotherapy to treat various cancers by preventing cancer cells from dividing.

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Abutrax
Apexelsin
Axitaxel

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Fundacion Centro Oncologico Regional De Galicia Jose Antonio Quiroga Y Pineyro
Medical Oncology
A Coruña, Spain
Hospital Universitario De Navarra
Medical Oncology
Barañáin, Spain
Hospital Universitario Infanta Leonor
Medical Oncology
Coslada, Spain

Sponsor: Grupo Espanol De Tratamiento De Tumores De Cabeza Y Cuello
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.