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This research aims to evaluate the effects of litifilimab (BIIB059), a monoclonal antibody, in adults with active subacute or chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), with or without systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Participants have active skin symptoms of CLE that have not improved with antimalarial therapy or had difficulties continuing that treatment. The study focuses on reducing skin disease activity using several scores including CLA-IGA-R and CLASI, while also assessing safety, immune response, and quality of life. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either litifilimab or a placebo injection under the skin every four weeks during a 24-week double-blind period where neither participants nor researchers know which treatment is given. After this, all participants will receive litifilimab injections every four weeks for an additional 28 weeks. Those who complete the treatment may join a long-term extension study or enter a follow-up safety period lasting up to 24 weeks. Total participation may last up to 80 weeks. Throughout the study, researchers will monitor skin disease activity using the CLA-IGA-R erythema score and the CLASI-A activity score to see how many participants improve. They will also assess safety, tolerability, immune system effects, and participants' quality of life using questionnaires. These evaluations occur regularly during both treatment periods and follow-up to understand the impact of litifilimab on CLE symptoms and overall health.

Researchers are evaluating sotatercept as a potential treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), a condition where blood vessels in the lungs thicken and narrow, causing high blood pressure in the lungs and overworking the heart. PAH symptoms include difficulty breathing and reduced ability to be active. Current standard treatments address symptoms but do not stop disease progression. This Phase 3 study focuses on the long-term safety and tolerability of sotatercept when added to standard PAH therapy. Participants in this long-term follow-up study receive sotatercept through subcutaneous injections every three weeks. Only individuals who completed prior sotatercept PAH studies without early discontinuation may join. This study continues the observation and assessment of participants over an extended period to learn about the effects and safety of sotatercept combined with background PAH treatments. During the study, participants will be regularly monitored for adverse events, treatment discontinuations, and the presence of anti-drug antibodies for up to approximately 90 months. Laboratory tests will evaluate blood components such as platelets, hemoglobin, creatinine, bilirubin, and liver enzymes. Changes from baseline in body weight, blood pressure, and electrocardiogram readings will also be tracked. The study involves adherence to visit schedules and compliance with study procedures to ensure comprehensive long-term safety data collection.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety and effects of nerandomilast in people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) or progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) who have previously completed treatment with nerandomilast in earlier studies. The study aims to understand how well participants tolerate nerandomilast over time, and whether it helps improve lung function, delays symptom worsening, reduces hospital visits, or impacts survival. This is a Phase 3 open-label extension trial. Participants take nerandomilast tablets daily for up to 1 year and 10 months while continuing their usual pulmonary fibrosis treatments. The study follows an open-label design where all participants receive nerandomilast. There are no placebo or comparator groups in this extension phase. Throughout the study, participants regularly visit their doctors for health assessments and lung function tests. Doctors monitor any health problems or side effects experienced during treatment. The main outcome measured is whether participants experience any adverse events up to the final follow-up visit, which occurs at week 99. This close monitoring helps evaluate the long-term safety and potential benefits of nerandomilast in this patient group.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety and tolerability of dazodalibep in adults with Sjögren's Syndrome. This phase 3 open-label extension study focuses on participants who have previously received dazodalibep or placebo in earlier phase 3 trials and completed those studies through Week 48. Participants will receive dazodalibep intravenously during this long-term extension study. The first dose is administered around Week 48 (+28 days) following the prior phase 3 studies. The study monitors safety and tolerability over an extended period to assess treatment-emergent adverse events up to 152 weeks. During the study, participants will undergo regular evaluations to monitor their health and any side effects. Researchers will collect data on adverse events that emerge during treatment. The overall goal is to gather long-term safety information to better understand how participants tolerate dazodalibep when used over an extended time frame.

Researchers are studying the effectiveness and safety of a combination inhaler containing fluticasone propionate and albuterol sulfate delivered through a multidose dry powder inhaler with an electronic module (Fp/ABS eMDPI). This Phase 3 trial focuses on people aged 12 years and older who have asthma. The study also looks at the safety and tolerability of this inhaler when used four times daily over four weeks, as well as the pharmacokinetics of the combination and its individual components after a single dose. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the Fp/ABS combination inhaler, fluticasone propionate alone, albuterol sulfate alone, or a placebo inhaler. All treatments are given as inhalation powders. The main treatment period lasts four weeks, during which the inhalers are taken four times a day. The total study duration for each participant is about 10 weeks, not counting an optional prescreening visit. Throughout the study, researchers will measure lung function changes, specifically forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), from baseline to week 4. Participants will undergo assessments including lung function tests and safety evaluations. The study monitors how the inhaler affects breathing over time and checks for any side effects or tolerability issues during the treatment period.

Researchers are evaluating the short-term and long-term safety and effectiveness of belimumab in adults diagnosed with early systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have positive autoantibodies and continue to have active disease despite stable initial treatment. This phase 4, prospective, open-label study aims to describe how belimumab works in this specific group over a three-year period. Participants will receive belimumab (GSK1550188) administered by subcutaneous injection. There is one treatment arm where all participants will receive this drug. The study lasts for three years, during which participants will be regularly monitored to assess disease activity and treatment safety. During the study, participants will undergo various assessments including clinical evaluations to measure disease activity, laboratory tests, and questionnaires to track health status. The main outcome is the percentage of participants who achieve Lupus Low Disease Activity State (LLDAS) by week 52. Safety and efficacy will be closely monitored throughout the study period, with follow-up visits and evaluations scheduled at regular intervals.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of two doses of inhaled pirfenidone (called AP01) compared to a placebo in people with progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF). This Phase 2b study is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, involving up to 300 participants who will continue their standard care during the 52-week trial. The goal is to see how well AP01 works and how safe it is when added to usual treatments for PPF. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: high-dose AP01, low-dose AP01, or placebo. All treatments are given as an oral inhalation solution twice daily. The study will last for 52 weeks, during which researchers will monitor and compare the effects of these treatments on lung function and disease progression. During the study, participants will undergo various assessments including lung function tests and clinical evaluations to track their respiratory health. Researchers will check for changes in lung capacity and symptoms and monitor safety throughout the treatment period. The main outcome measured is the impact of AP01 doses compared to placebo after 52 weeks of treatment.

Researchers are assessing the effectiveness and safety of current standard treatments in people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), including lupus nephritis, who have not adequately responded to glucocorticoids and at least two immunosuppressant therapies. The study focuses on participants with active disease despite treatment, aiming to better understand outcomes in this group. Participants receive standard care treatments based on product labels, which include glucocorticoids and immunosuppressants, with at least one biologic therapy used for a minimum of three months. The study includes those with lupus nephritis confirmed by recent kidney biopsy showing specific active disease features. Treatment follows usual clinical practice without experimental therapies. During the study, participants will be monitored for disease remission using established lupus criteria at six months. Researchers will collect routine clinical data and track safety and response to treatments. The study requires participants to be at least 16 years old and to provide informed consent. Pregnant women and those involved in other experimental drug trials are excluded. The study involves ongoing clinical follow-up to evaluate outcomes over time.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of two drugs, eltrekibart and mirikizumab, in adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). This study is a phase 2 trial lasting about 4 to 5 years, aiming to understand how well these treatments work alone or together for this chronic condition. Participants will receive either eltrekibart alone, mirikizumab alone, a combination of both, or a placebo. The treatments are administered as drugs, and the study includes a screening period of up to 35 days before enrollment. The total participation time for each person is approximately 69 weeks, which includes the screening and treatment periods. During the trial, participants will be closely monitored to assess the percentage who achieve clinical remission by week 12. Researchers will conduct regular evaluations, which may include medical assessments and questionnaires, to track the safety and effects of the treatments. The study emphasizes careful follow-up to ensure participant safety and to gather detailed information about the therapies over the entire study duration.

Researchers are evaluating how well nipocalimab works compared to a placebo in adults with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a chronic disease where the immune system attacks healthy tissues causing swelling and redness in various organs. This is a Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter study focused on adults aged 18 to 75 who have active SLE symptoms and have been diagnosed for at least 24 weeks. Participants will receive either nipocalimab or a placebo alongside standard of care treatments, which include protocol-defined topical and systemic therapies. Nipocalimab and placebo are administered as drugs while maintaining background treatments. The study monitors participants over time, including a primary outcome measurement at Week 52 to assess the percentage of participants achieving a systemic lupus erythematosus responder index (SRI)-4 composite response. During the study, participants will be regularly assessed for disease activity, vital signs, and safety. Screening includes physical examinations, medical history review, vital signs, and electrocardiograms. Researchers will monitor disease activity scores and evaluate response to the treatment at Week 52. Safety is closely observed throughout the study, with particular attention to any adverse reactions or changes in health status. The total participation and follow-up extend at least through Week 52.