Treatment
Mercaptopurine clinical trials
We’re tracking 31 recruiting studies that include Mercaptopurine, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06099366RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo for standard-risk childhood leukemia
This trial tests a treatment plan for children with newly diagnosed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that is considered standard-risk. It aims to see if the treatment is effective and safe.
Seoul, Other (Non U.s.)Ages 1–9 - NCT05681260RecruitingPhase 3
Methotrexate dose comparison for newly diagnosed T-cell lymphoma
This Phase 3 trial compares a higher dose of methotrexate versus an escalating (step-up) methotrexate plan in children newly diagnosed with T-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. The goal is to see which dosing approach works better and is safe enough to use as standard treatment.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 1–18 - NCT04773366RecruitingPhase 3
Newly diagnosed LCH children may receive cytarabine treatment
This Phase 3 trial tests a treatment plan that includes cytarabine for children newly diagnosed with LCH (a rare condition where abnormal immune-related cells form lesions). It may help control the disease while comparing outcomes with a cytarabine-based protocol.
ShanghaiAges 1 day–18 years - NCT06317662RecruitingPhase 2
Adding venetoclax and blinatumomab to chemo for infant leukemia
This trial tests adding two newer medicines (venetoclax and blinatumomab) to standard chemotherapy for infants with a specific type of leukemia. The goal is to see if this combination helps more babies stay cancer-free.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges Up to 12 months - NCT07227584RecruitingPhase 2
ALL treatment for adolescents and young adults
This trial tests a standard chemotherapy regimen for people aged 18 to 50 with a type of leukemia called Philadelphia chromosome-negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It aims to see how well the treatment works for this age group.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–51 - NCT06336395RecruitingPhase 2
ALL treatment study for people under 41
This trial tests a treatment plan for people with a certain type of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) called B-lineage ALL. It aims to see how well the treatment works and how safe it is.
Kuala LumpurAges Up to 40 years - NCT06124157RecruitingPhase 2
Targeted therapy plus chemo for children with Ph+ or Ph-like B-ALL
This trial tests if adding a targeted drug (dasatinib or imatinib) to a chemotherapy combination with blinatumomab works better for children and young adults with a specific genetic form of B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia. The goal is to see if this approach can improve treatment outcomes for patients with Philadelphia chromosome-positive or ABL-class Ph-like B-ALL.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 year–46 years - NCT06533748RecruitingPhase 2
New treatment for kids with B-cell leukemia or lymphoma
This trial tests a new therapy plan for children and teens newly diagnosed with B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia or lymphoma. It aims to improve outcomes for those with higher-risk features.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 1–18 - NCT06390319RecruitingPhase 2
Adding dasatinib or venetoclax for children with T-cell leukemia or lymphoma
This trial tests whether adding either dasatinib or venetoclax to standard chemotherapy can improve outcomes for children aged 1 to 18 with newly diagnosed T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, lymphoblastic lymphoma, or mixed phenotype acute leukemia. It compares the effects of these added drugs to help doctors find better treatment options.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 1–18 - NCT03959085RecruitingPhase 3
Inotuzumab plus chemotherapy for high-risk childhood leukemia
This Phase 3 trial tests whether adding inotuzumab to standard post-induction chemotherapy improves outcomes for children and young teens with high-risk B-ALL, mixed phenotype acute leukemia (MPAL), or certain high-risk B-LLy. It may help by targeting leukemia cells more directly, but participation depends on specific age, lab results, and medical history rules.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12 months–25 years - NCT03643276RecruitingPhase 3
Study of treatment plans for children with leukemia
This Phase 3 trial tests a specific treatment protocol for children and teens newly diagnosed with certain types of leukemia, aiming to improve outcomes while managing side effects. You may be invited if your child’s leukemia type and timing fit the study rules.
SydneyAges Up to 17 years - NCT04043494RecruitingPhase 3
Study of new treatment plans for childhood lymphoblastic lymphoma
This trial studies a treatment approach for children and teens newly diagnosed with lymphoblastic lymphoma. It may help doctors choose therapies based on genetic risk information from lab testing done on tumor samples.
GrazAges Up to 18 years - NCT04216524RecruitingPhase 2
Venetoclax plus chemotherapy for blastic dendritic cell cancer
This Phase 2 trial tests venetoclax combined with chemotherapy to treat blastic plasmacytoid dendritic cell neoplasm (BPDCN). It may help shrink BPDCN and control the disease, whether you’re newly diagnosed or the cancer has come back.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04440267RecruitingPhase 2
Tested leukemia treatment for mixed-type acute leukemia
This Phase 2 study tests a leukemia-based treatment for people with acute leukemia that doesn’t clearly belong to one type. It aims to improve outcomes for patients who meet specific health and heart/lab requirements.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 14 years+ - NCT04546399RecruitingPhase 2
Blinatumomab with or without nivolumab for first relapse ALL
This study compares blinatumomab alone versus blinatumomab plus nivolumab in young people whose B-cell ALL has returned for the first time. It aims to see whether adding nivolumab improves control of the leukemia after relapse.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1–30 - NCT04747912RecruitingPhase 2
Chemotherapy-free early treatment for Ph+ ALL using inotuzumab
This Phase 2 trial tests a treatment strategy for newly diagnosed Ph+ B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that avoids traditional chemotherapy during the early “induction” phase, using inotuzumab ozogamicin instead. If it works, it could help control the leukemia while reducing exposure to chemotherapy early on.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT05506332RecruitingPhase 1
Venetoclax plus leukemia drugs for AML after treatment failure
This Phase 1 trial studies whether a combination of venetoclax (ABT-199) and “purine analogues” can help adults with AML that has come back or didn’t respond to earlier treatment. It’s designed to test safety and early effectiveness in people who haven’t previously developed resistance to venetoclax.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT05645718RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus targeted antibodies for relapsed childhood B-ALL
This Phase 2 study tests a combination treatment for children, teens, or young adults whose B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia (B-ALL) has come back or did not respond to initial therapy. It may help patients who cannot safely receive certain standard medicines like anthracyclines or who cannot tolerate PEG-asparaginase.
Houston, TexasAges 1–25 - NCT05660473RecruitingPhase 2
Study of venetoclax plus chemotherapy for Ph-negative ALL
This Phase 2 trial tests whether adding venetoclax to a chemotherapy plan works better for Philadelphia chromosome–negative acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It may help people achieve deeper remission by targeting leukemia cells in a different way than chemotherapy alone.
TianjinAges 14–60 - NCT05811845Recruiting
Testing blood monitoring of 6MP to help kids stay in remission
This trial is for children newly diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). It tests whether checking medicine levels in the blood can help optimize ongoing treatment (maintenance) and potentially keep the cancer under control.
Monza, Monza BrianzaAges Up to 18 years - NCT05848687RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Newborns with CD19 leukemia may try a combined infant therapy
This early-phase study is testing a “total therapy” treatment plan for very young babies (diagnosed within the first year of life) with certain types of leukemia that carry the CD19 marker. It may help find safer and more effective treatment for infants with this disease, especially soon after diagnosis.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Up to 1 year - NCT05959720Recruiting
Teen-to-adult ALL study using a pediatric chemotherapy plan
This trial tests a treatment plan for newly diagnosed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in people ages 16 to 50. It aims to see how well a “pediatric-style” regimen works, but it only fits certain genetic and health profiles.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 16–50 - NCT06199557RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Gentle drug combo for AML or high-risk MDS
This trial tests a combination of two oral drugs (hydroxyurea and valproic acid, or 6-mercaptopurine and valproic acid) for people with AML or high-risk MDS who are too frail for standard chemotherapy. The goal is to see if this gentler treatment can help control the disease.
Bergen, BergenAges 18 years+ - NCT06387121RecruitingPhase 2
Low-dose chemo plus immune drugs for new B-ALL
This trial tests a combination of low-dose chemotherapy and immune-targeted drugs for adults newly diagnosed with a specific type of leukemia. The goal is to find a treatment that is effective with fewer side effects.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+
What Mercaptopurine is being studied for
Conditions with recruiting Mercaptopurine studies.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials studying Mercaptopurine?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 31 recruiting studies that include Mercaptopurine, drawn from the U.S. registry and rewritten for real people so you can see what each is testing and who it's for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a Mercaptopurine trial?
- Each study lists its own eligibility criteria — rules about condition, age, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Is Mercaptopurine an approved treatment?
- A drug being studied in a trial may be investigational (still being tested) or already approved and being studied for a new use. Each study page explains what phase it's in. Clin2 does not provide medical advice — talk with your doctor about whether Mercaptopurine or a specific trial is right for you.
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