Topotecan in Combination With Docetaxel in Refractory and/or Advanced Solid Tumors

Upon determination of eligibility, patients will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment arms:

For ever 2 patients treated, 1 will receive treatment A (Paclitaxel + Carboplatin + Gemcitabine) and 1 will receive treatment B (Gemcitabine + Vinorelbine). The study is not blinded so both the patient and the doctor will know which treatment has been assigned.

Upon determination of eligibility, patients will be receive:

• Docetaxel + Topotecan

In order to determine the most appropriate dosing regimen to progress into future phase II trials, two different dosing schedules of Topotecan and docetaxel will be utilized.

Inclusion criteria

To be included in this study, you must meet the following criteria:

• Adult > 18 years of age
• ECOG performance status 0 or 1
• Received 3 or less chemotherapy regimens in the metastatic setting
• Adequate bone marrow, liver and kidney function
• Prior brain metastases must be inactive and asymptomatic
• No previous treatment with Topotecan or docetaxel
• Understand the nature of the study and give written informed consent

Exclusion criteria

You cannot participate in this study if any of the following apply to you:

• Moderate or severe peripheral neuropathy
• Active concurrent infection or serious underlying medical condition
• Known HIV positivity
• Pregnant or lactating

Please note: There are additional inclusion/exclusion criteria. The study center will determine if you meet all of the criteria. If you do not qualify for the trial, study personnel will explain the reasons. If you do qualify, study personnel will explain the trial in detail and answer any questions you may have.