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RecruitingNCT07011576FRUITFULUpdated Jun 12, 2026

A Study of Fruquintinib Plus FOLFIRI as Second-Line Treatment for Participants With Metastatic Colorectal Cancer (FRUITFUL)

A Phase 2 interventional study of fruquintinib and FOLFIRI (Irinotecan, 5-Fluorouracil, and Leucovorin) in Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer and Colorectal Cancer, sponsored by SCRI Development Innovations, LLC. Recruiting at 14 sites in United States. Open to participants aged 18 Years and older. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-06-12.

Sponsored by SCRI Development Innovations, LLC · Phase 2, Interventional, and Treatment

Phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Enrollment
60
Allocation
Not applicable
Ages
18 Years and older
Sex
All
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Study summary

This is an open-label multicenter, single-arm Phase II study of Fruquintinib in combination with FOLFIRI (leucovorin calcium (folinic acid), fluorouracil, and irinotecan) in participants with metastatic colorectal cancer (mCRC). The main goals of this study are to:

  • Evaluate the efficacy of the combination of fruquintinib + FOLFIRI in the 2nd-line mCRC setting
  • Evaluate the safety of the combination of fruquintinib + FOLFIRI
Read the detailed description

Fruquintinib is an FDA approved cancer medication that works by targeting proteins called vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGFRs). VEGFRs are important in the creation of new blood vessels. As a highly-selective and potent VEGFR inhibitor, fruquintinib helps block new blood vessels that would provide nutrients and oxygen to cancerous tumors from forming. It is a small molecule anti-tumor drug with a novel chemical structure that belongs to the quinazoline class.

This study is an open-label Phase II study designed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of fruquintinib + FOLFIRI in 2nd-line setting mCRC participants who have been previously treated with oxaliplatin, a fluoropyrimidine, and bevacizumab (BEV) for first line of therapy. Up to 60 participants will receive concurrent fruquintinib and FOLFIRI according to standard guidelines of treatment of mCRC.

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Conditions studied

  • Colon Cancer
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Colorectal Cancer (CRC)

Keywords

  • Colorectal cancer
  • Colon Cancer
  • Rectal cancer
  • Metastatic colorectal cancer
  • mCRC
  • VEGFR inhibitor
  • Fruquintinib
  • FOLFIRI
  • Second line
  • 2L mCRC
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Who can participate

Ages eligible
18 Years and older
Sexes eligible
All
Accepts healthy volunteers
No

Eligibility criteria

Key Inclusion Criteria:

  • Confirmed mCRC ; histologically documented adenocarcinoma of the colon or rectum with at least one measurable lesion according to RECIST v1.
  • Genetic aberrations are allowed, except for microsatellite instability high (MSI-H) and BRAF V600
  • Participants must have received first-line therapy for mCRC that included oxaliplatin, a fluoropyrimidine, and a BEV-based agent. FOLFOXIRI, BEV, and SOX/BEV regimes are not permitted. A minimum of 2 cycles of first line of therapy must have been completed.
  • At least 18 years-of-age at the time of signature of the Informed Consent Form (ICF)
  • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status score of 0 to 2

Key Exclusion Criteria:

  • Current treatment with other anticancer treatments within 21 days of the first dose of study treatment
  • Major surgery within 4 weeks of the first planned dose of study treatment
  • More than one prior systemic treatment for mCRC or any prior systemic treatment including FOLFIRI or irinotecan-based therapy.
  • Participants who received oxaliplatin and fluoropyrimidine in the first line neoadjuvant or adjuvant setting (prior to Metastatic diagnosis) and progressed within 6 months are not eligible due to lack of BEV exposure.
  • Uncontrolled, symptomatic brain metastases
  • Uncontrolled, symptomatic gastrointestinal disease
  • Participants with uncontrolled hypertension
  • Women who are pregnant, nursing, or plan to become pregnant while in the study and for at least 6 months after the last administration of study chemotherapy
  • Men who plan to father a child while in the study and for at least 6 months after the last administration of study chemotherapy
  • Documented major electrocardiogram (ECG) abnormalities which are clinically significant.
  • Symptomatic or uncontrolled brain metastases, spinal cord compression, or leptomeningeal disease requiring concurrent treatment
  • Presence of other active invasive cancers other than the one treated in this study within 5 years prior to screening
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Study design

Phase
Phase 2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Not applicable
Intervention model
Single group
Masking
None (open label)
Enrollment
60 participants (estimated)

Study arms

  • Experimental
    Fruquinitinib + FOLFIRI

    Participants will receive an assigned dose level of fruquintinib in combination with FOLFIRI. Cycles will be 28 days, where participants will take fruquinitinib orally on Days 1 through 21 in combination with FOLFIRI intravenous infusion (IV) every 2 weeks. Up to 60 participants will be enrolled.

    Drug: fruquintinib · Drug: FOLFIRI (Irinotecan, 5-Fluorouracil, and Leucovorin)

Interventions

  • Drugfruquintinib

    Participants will receive oral fruquintinib, with or without food, for the first 21 days of each 28-day cycle.

    Also known as: Fruzaqla

  • DrugFOLFIRI (Irinotecan, 5-Fluorouracil, and Leucovorin)

    Participants will receive FOLFIRI once every 2 weeks on day 1 of every 28-day cycle (twice in each cycle). The FOLFIRI regimen consists of irinotecan given 180 mg/m2 intravenous infusion (IV), leucovorin 400 mg/m2 (or 200 mg/m2 levoleucovorin) IV, followed by 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) 400 mg/m2 bolus injection and 5-FU continuous IV infusion of 2400 mg/m2 over 46 to 48 hours. The 5-FU Bolus may be omitted starting from Cycle 1 Day 1 at the investigators discretion, specifically in participants with a history of cytopenias or toxicities within the first line of treatment.

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What researchers measure

Primary outcomes

  1. Progression-Free Survival (PFS) rate at 6 months

    Progression-Free Survival (PFS) rate at 6 months, defined as the percentage of participants at 6 months who have not experienced disease progression as defined by the RECIST Version 1.1 criteria or death on study. Participants who are alive and free from disease progression will be censored at the date of last tumor assessment.

    Time frame: Every 2 cycles from cycle 1 day 1, until disease progression or death, up to 2 years. Each cycle is 28 days.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Overall Response Rate (ORR)

    Objective Response Rate (ORR), defined as the proportion of participants with confirmed CR or PR (i.e., 2 CRs or PRs at least 4 weeks apart) according to the RECIST Version 1.1.

    Time frame: Every 2 cycles from cycle 1 day 1, until disease progression or death, up to 2 years. Each cycle is 28 days.

  2. Duration of response (DoR)

    Duration of Response (DoR), defined as the duration from the first documented response to the date of first documented PD or death due to any cause. In case a participant does not experience PD or death, DoR is censored at the date of last adequate tumor assessment (defined as an assessment of CR, PR, or SD). DoR analysis will include only responders (PR or better).

    Time frame: Every 2 cycles from cycle 1 day 1, until disease progression or death, up to 2 years. Each cycle is 28 days.

  3. Disease control response rate (DCR)

    Disease Control Response Rate (DCR), defined as the proportion of participants with a best overall response of CR, PR, or SD.

    Time frame: Every 2 cycles from cycle 1 day 1, until disease progression or death, up to 2 years. Each cycle is 28 days.

  4. Number of participants with treatment emergent adverse events

    Using CTCAE V5.0

    Time frame: Every 28 day cycle, from signed informed consent to 30 days after treatment discontinuation up to 1 year.

  5. Overall Survival (OS)

    Overall Survival (OS), defined as the time from the first day of study drug administration (Day 1) to death. Participants who are alive will be censored at the date of last known date alive. Each cycle is 28 days.

    Time frame: From cycle 1 day 1 up to 2 years

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Study locations

14 of 14 sites recruiting
  • Rocky Mountain Cancer Center - Primary
    Denver, Colorado 80218, United States
    Recruiting
  • Illinois Cancer Specialists
    Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005, United States
    Recruiting
  • Maryland Oncology Hematology
    Columbia, Maryland 21044, United States
    Recruiting
  • Minnesota Oncology Hematology - Primary
    Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369, United States
    Recruiting
  • Missouri Cancer Associates
    Columbia, Missouri 65201, United States
    Recruiting
  • Oncology Associates of Oregon - Primary
    Eugene, Oregon 97401, United States
    Recruiting
  • Northwest Cancer Specialists - Compass
    Portland, Oregon 97213, United States
    Recruiting
  • Alliance Cancer Specialists
    Wynnewood, Pennsylvania 19096, United States
    Recruiting
  • SCRI Oncology Partners
    Nashville, Tennessee 37203, United States
    Recruiting
  • Texas Oncology - Central/South Texas
    Austin, Texas 78705, United States
    Recruiting
  • Texas Oncology - Gulf Coast
    Beaumont, Texas 77702, United States
    Recruiting
  • Texas Oncology - Northeast Texas
    Tyler, Texas 75702, United States
    Recruiting
  • Virginia Oncology Associates
    Norfolk, Virginia 23502, United States
    Recruiting
  • Blue Ridge Cancer Care (Oncology & Hematology Associates of Southwest VA)
    Salem, Virginia 24153, United States
    Recruiting
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Registry details

Key details

Study ID
NCT07011576
Lead sponsor
SCRI Development Innovations, LLC
Collaborators
Takeda Development Center Americas, Inc.
Responsible party
Sponsor
First posted
Jun 9, 2025
Start date
Sep 29, 2025
Primary completion
Jan 2027 (estimated)
Completion
Jun 2027 (estimated)
Last update
Jun 12, 2026

Study contacts

Sarah Cannon Sarah Cannon Development Innovations, LLC
Contact
SCRI.InnovationsMedical@scri.com
844-710-6157
Meredith Pelster, MD
study chair · SCRI Oncology Partners

Oversight

Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
Yes
FDA-regulated device
No
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