Investigational Drug
ZEN-3694 (ZEN003694) is an oral small‑molecule inhibitor of BET (bromodomain and extra‑terminal) proteins under clinical investigation across solid tumors. The most mature human data are from metastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) in combination with enzalutamide, with additional phase 1/2 studies in triple‑negative breast cancer (TNBC) and other solid tumors (often in rational combinations such as PARP or MEK inhibitors). (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
Metastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) - Phase Ib/IIa (n=75): ZEN‑3694 plus enzalutamide after prior abiraterone and/or enzalutamide resistance showed median radiographic PFS 9.0 months (95% CI 4.6–12.9); composite median PFS 5.5 months (95% CI 4.0–7.8). Lower baseline AR transcriptional activity correlated with longer rPFS (10.4 vs 4.3 months). (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) - Randomized Phase 2b (NCT04986423): ongoing, comparing ZEN‑3694 + enzalutamide vs enzalutamide alone in mCRPC post‑abiraterone; primary endpoint rPFS. Results not yet reported as of October 7, 2025. (ascopubs.org)
Triple‑negative breast cancer (TNBC) - Phase 1b/2 (NCT03901469) ZEN‑3694 + talazoparib in gBRCA1/2‑wild‑type TNBC: ASCO 2022 reported investigator‑assessed ORR 22% (11/50), CBR 35% (18/51), median duration of response 24 weeks; in the “TNBC at diagnosis” subset, ORR 32% (11/34) and CBR 44%. Final study dates were March 7, 2024; results were posted to ClinicalTrials.gov in March 2025, but a peer‑reviewed manuscript has not been identified. (ascopubs.org) - Early AACR 2021 poster from the same program showed preliminary ORR 38% (5/13) and CBR 57% (8/14) across initial cohorts. (aacrjournals.org)
Other combinations in early development - MEK combination: ongoing phase 1 study of ZEN‑3694 + binimetinib in RAS‑pathway–altered tumors and TNBC (ASCO 2024 TPS abstract; dose‑escalation ongoing). (ascopubs.org) - Immunotherapy/chemotherapy combination: phase 1b ZEN‑3694 + pembrolizumab + nab‑paclitaxel in metastatic TNBC (enrolling). (dana-farber.org) - PARP combinations are also being explored in other solid tumors (e.g., ovarian cancer; multiple phase 2 efforts ongoing). (ichgcp.net)
If additional specifics are needed (e.g., dose levels by cohort, subgroup efficacy, or grade ≥3 AE breakdown by system), consult the full text of the Clin Cancer Research article for mCRPC and forthcoming publications from the TNBC studies as they appear. (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)
Last updated: Oct 2025
Found 11 active trials using this drug:
HealthScout AI summary: Asymptomatic men with metastatic castration‑resistant prostate cancer progressing after a next‑generation AR inhibitor (with ongoing ADT; prior taxane/PARP/radiopharmaceuticals allowed) receive sequential therapy starting with high‑dose testosterone plus the BET inhibitor ZEN‑3694 (targets BRD2/3/4/BRDT to suppress MYC/AR signaling), then transition at radiographic progression to enzalutamide plus ZEN‑3694. Aims to enhance disease control and potentially resensitize tumors to AR‑targeted therapy; key labs/organ function required, ECOG 0–2, PSA ≥1 ng/mL.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06922318
HealthScout AI summary: This trial enrolls adults with refractory, BRAF V600E-mutant metastatic colorectal cancer who have previously tolerated encorafenib plus cetuximab, and evaluates the addition of ZEN003694, a pan-BET bromodomain inhibitor, to ongoing encorafenib and cetuximab therapy. Patients must have good performance status and adequate organ function, and may have stable or treated brain metastases.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06102902
HealthScout AI summary: Adults with recurrent clear cell or endometrioid ovarian carcinoma, platinum‑resistant HGSOC (dose‑escalation only), or recurrent FIGO grade 1 endometrioid/clear cell endometrial carcinoma receive oral tuvusertib (ATR inhibitor) plus ZEN‑3694 (pan‑BET inhibitor), with biomarker‑driven expansion enrolling both ARID1A‑mutated and ARID1A‑wild‑type cohorts. Aims include defining RP2D and assessing safety and preliminary activity, with mandated biopsies to explore pharmacodynamic effects and ARID1A‑related response.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05950464
HealthScout AI summary: This trial enrolls adults with metastatic or unresectable solid tumors—including those with prior exposure to fluorouracil or capecitabine—to receive the BET bromodomain inhibitor ZEN003694 (which disrupts BRD4-mediated oncogenic transcription) in combination with capecitabine. Expansion cohorts specifically include metastatic colorectal cancer.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05803382
HealthScout AI summary: This trial enrolls patients aged 12 and older with metastatic or unresectable NUT carcinoma, breast cancer, or other solid tumors who have no standard treatments remaining, including those previously treated with BET or CDK4/6 inhibitors. Participants receive oral ZEN003694, an investigational BET bromodomain inhibitor targeting oncogenic gene transcription, in combination with the CDK4/6 inhibitor abemaciclib.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05372640
HealthScout AI summary: This trial enrolls adults with unresectable locally advanced or metastatic triple-negative breast cancer—including those with stable CNS metastases—to receive a combination of the BET bromodomain inhibitor ZEN003694 (targets epigenetic regulation), pembrolizumab, and nab-paclitaxel. Dose escalation includes any prior therapy and PD-L1 status, while expansion focuses on PD-L1–negative patients with limited prior lines and biopsy-accessible disease.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05422794
HealthScout AI summary: Single-arm study for adult women with recurrent ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal carcinoma (platinum-sensitive or -resistant) with prior PARP inhibitor exposure, ECOG 0–1, and measurable disease. Patients receive oral ZEN003694 (pan-BET bromodomain inhibitor targeting BRD2/3/4/BRDT to downregulate HR/MYC programs) plus talazoparib (PARP inhibitor) in 28-day cycles; BRCA status known but not restricted.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05071937
HealthScout AI summary: Adults with advanced/refractory solid tumors or lymphomas (all B- and T-cell subtypes except NK-cell) receive oral ZEN003694 (pan-BET bromodomain inhibitor targeting BRD2/3/4/BRDT) plus entinostat (class I HDAC inhibitor) after a brief monotherapy run-in; phase 2 focuses on unresectable/metastatic pancreatic cancer refractory to standard therapy. Combination is given in 28‑day cycles until progression or toxicity; treated/stable brain mets allowed, ECOG 0–2, prior systemic therapy required.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05053971
HealthScout AI summary: Eligible patients are adults with advanced or metastatic solid tumors harboring RAS pathway alterations (KRAS, NRAS, HRAS, BRAF, or NF1), including those with triple negative breast cancer, who have progressed after standard therapy. Treatment consists of the BET inhibitor ZEN003694 (targets transcriptional regulation) in combination with the MEK inhibitor binimetinib, both given orally.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05111561
HealthScout AI summary: Adults with metastatic or recurrent solid tumors lacking effective options (dose escalation) and an expansion cohort of recurrent, platinum‑resistant BRCA‑wild‑type epithelial ovarian cancer receive the oral pan‑BET inhibitor ZEN003694 (targets BRD2/3/4/BRDT; suppresses MYC and HR gene expression) combined with nivolumab, with or without low‑dose ipilimumab. Prior PD‑1/PD‑L1/CTLA‑4 therapy is generally excluded, ECOG 0–1 and measurable/biopsiable disease required.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04840589
HealthScout AI summary: Men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer progressing on abiraterone (ECOG 0–1, on continuous ADT, no prior second‑generation AR inhibitor or mCRPC chemotherapy) are randomized to enzalutamide alone versus enzalutamide plus ZEN003694, an oral pan-BET bromodomain inhibitor (BRD2/3/4/BRDT) aiming to suppress AR/MYC-driven transcription. Two predefined cohorts (poor vs good prior abiraterone responders) are included; crossover from control at radiographic progression is allowed.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04986423