Stomach Cancer: MK-2870 Treatment Study

We are comparing a new treatment called MK-2870 to standard care for people with advanced stomach cancer. The goal is to see if MK-2870 can improve survival and manage symptoms better.

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.

Irinotecan
Irinotecan is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat certain cancers, especially colorectal cancer.
Paclitaxel
Paclitaxel is a chemotherapy medicine used to treat various types of cancer.
Paracetamol
Paracetamol relieves pain and reduces fever for conditions like headaches, muscle aches, and colds.

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.

Buclizine Hydrochloride
Buclizine hydrochloride is an antihistamine substance used to prevent nausea, vomiting, and motion sickness.
Codeine Phosphate
Codeine phosphate is a substance that relieves mild to moderate pain and helps suppress coughing.
Docetaxel
Docetaxel is a chemotherapy substance used to treat various cancers by stopping cancer cells from dividing.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Mk-2870

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.

4-In-One Flu Relief
6 Years Plus Paracetamol Boots
Abacat

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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UZ Leuven
Digestieve Oncology
Heverlee, Belgium
Institut Jules Bordet
Treatment centre
Negenmanneke, Belgium
Algemeen Ziekenhuis Delta
Treatment centre
Rumbeke, Belgium

Sponsor: Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC
Last updated: Nov 26, 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.