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Purpose: VNP40101M is a new alkylating agent that demonstrated broad anti-tumor activity in murine tumor models. A phase I trial was initiated to determine the toxicities, maximum tolerated dose, and pharmacokinetics of VNP40101M by short IV infusion.

Study Design: The starting dose was 3 mg/m(2) every four weeks, and was escalated in successive cohorts as follows: 6, 12, 24, 40, 60, 80, and 100 mg/m(2).

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  • A Phase I study was conducted to evaluate the safety, pharmacokinetics, and maximum tolerated dose of Triapine, a ribonucleotide reductase inhibitor, in patients with advanced cancer.
  • Triapine was given through a daily 2-hour infusion for 5 days, with dose adjustments made due to adverse events and a modified escalation scheme implemented.
  • The trial involved 32 patients, revealing that the primary toxic effects included grade 3-4 leukopenia and various grade 1-2 nonhematological side effects, with significant hematological toxicity observed at higher doses.
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