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Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of benralizumab, given as a subcutaneous injection, in children and adolescents aged 6 to under 18 years who have severe eosinophilic asthma. These patients have a history of asthma exacerbations and uncontrolled symptoms despite treatment with high-dose inhaled corticosteroids plus at least one other controller medication. This Phase III study aims to compare benralizumab to placebo in reducing the time to the first asthma exacerbation. The study includes a screening period lasting from 4 to 12 weeks to confirm eligibility. After screening, patients are randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to receive either benralizumab or placebo via subcutaneous injections during a double-blind treatment period lasting a minimum of 16 weeks. This period continues until the patient experiences an asthma exacerbation or a set number of events occur. Patients who exacerbate can enter an open-label extension where all receive benralizumab for at least 48 weeks. An end-of-treatment visit occurs 8 weeks after the last dose in the extension phase. Participants will be monitored through visits and assessments including confirmation of severe eosinophilic asthma, asthma control questionnaires, and symptom diaries. Researchers will measure the time to first asthma exacerbation as the primary outcome. Medication adherence is tracked during screening, and safety is monitored throughout both the double-blind and extension periods. Total participation may span over a year, considering screening, treatment, extension, and follow-up visits.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of two dosing regimens of itepekimab compared to placebo as an add-on treatment to intranasal corticosteroids in adult men and women with chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps (CRSwNP). This multinational, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 3 study includes participants aged 18 years and older who have inadequately controlled CRSwNP. The study aims to better understand how these treatments impact nasal polyp symptoms and disease control over a one-year period. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of two dosing regimens of itepekimab or a placebo, all administered by subcutaneous injection. All participants will continue using mometasone furoate nasal spray as standard intranasal corticosteroid therapy. Treatment will last up to 52 weeks, followed by a 20-week safety follow-up period. The study includes a total of 9 site visits and 20 phone or home visits during the participant's involvement. Participants will be involved in regular assessments including endoscopic nasal polyp scoring and nasal congestion symptom evaluations at baseline and throughout the 24 weeks, among other time points. Researchers will monitor changes in nasal polyp scores and nasal congestion scores to measure the treatment effects. Safety and tolerability will be closely followed during the treatment and safety follow-up periods, with total participation lasting up to 76 weeks for most participants, or 56 weeks for those transitioning to an extension study.

Researchers are evaluating how well the approved weekly injectable insulin icodec controls blood sugar levels compared to daily injectable basal insulins in adults with type 2 diabetes. This Phase 4 study focuses on people who need to start basal insulin treatment and have had type 2 diabetes for at least 180 days. The goal is to understand the effectiveness of once-weekly insulin icodec against standard daily basal insulins in real-world clinical practice over about 13 months. Participants will receive either insulin icodec once a week or one of the daily basal insulin analogues, such as insulin glargine, insulin detemir, or insulin degludec. Both treatments are given by subcutaneous injection. The choice between weekly or daily insulin is based on current treatment standards for type 2 diabetes. The study lasts approximately 52 weeks, during which participants maintain their assigned insulin regimen. During the study, researchers will monitor changes in participants' blood sugar control using the glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) test from the start until week 52. Participants will have their HbA1c measured within 90 days before starting the treatment. Safety and any reactions to the insulin will also be tracked. The study aims to assess how well the weekly insulin icodec works compared to daily basal insulins in managing blood sugar over a year.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of subcutaneous amlitelimab compared with placebo in people aged 12 years and older who have moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD) and have not responded well to prior biologic or oral Janus kinase inhibitor (JAKi) therapies. This Phase 3, multinational, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study includes participants who are also using background topical corticosteroids (TCS). The goal is to see how well amlitelimab works in improving AD symptoms in this group. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups receiving either amlitelimab or placebo by subcutaneous injection while continuing their topical treatments, which may include corticosteroids, tacrolimus, or pimecrolimus. The total treatment period lasts up to 36 weeks during a double-blind phase. After the treatment phase, participants can choose to join a long-term safety study. The full study duration is up to 56 weeks for those not entering the safety study and up to 40 weeks for those who do, including screening, treatment, and safety follow-up periods. During the study, participants will attend up to 13 visits (or 12 for those continuing into the long-term safety study) for assessments including the Investigator Global Assessment scale for Atopic Dermatitis (vIGA-AD), Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI), and symptom scoring. Safety monitoring and follow-up visits will track progress, side effects, and treatment response. The primary outcomes focus on improvements in skin clearing and reduction of AD severity at Week 36.

This research aims to evaluate the long-term safety and explore the effectiveness of astegolimab in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have already completed a 52-week treatment in previous studies GB43311 or GB44332. The study focuses on participants aged 40 to 90 years and is a Phase III open-label extension trial designed to continue monitoring patients after their initial treatment period. Participants will receive astegolimab as a subcutaneous injection every two weeks during this extension study. This treatment continues from the prior placebo-controlled phase, allowing researchers to observe any ongoing effects and safety concerns over a longer period. The study does not include a placebo group during this extension phase, and all participants receive the active treatment. Throughout the study, researchers will closely monitor participants for any adverse events up to 12 weeks after the last dose of astegolimab. Participants will be assessed regularly to ensure their safety and to gather data on the treatment's long-term impact. The total duration of participant involvement depends on when they completed the parent studies but involves continued monitoring during and after the treatment period.

This research aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of tapinarof cream, 1%, in young children aged 3 months to less than 24 months who have atopic dermatitis. This global Phase 3 study focuses on infants and toddlers with this skin condition, assessing improvements in their skin from baseline through up to 56 weeks. The study compares tapinarof cream with a vehicle cream (placebo) to better understand its effects. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either tapinarof cream, 1%, or a vehicle cream applied once daily to affected skin areas during the initial Double-Blind period lasting up to 8 weeks. Following this, all participants may enter an Open-Label Period lasting up to 56 weeks, where tapinarof cream will be applied once daily as needed to skin lesions. This design allows researchers to monitor responses to the medication over time and assess longer-term safety and efficacy. Throughout the study, caregivers and researchers will monitor the children's skin condition using a validated Investigator Global Assessment for Atopic Dermatitis (vIGA-AD) score, focusing on the proportion of participants achieving clear or almost clear skin and a significant improvement from baseline. Safety assessments and adherence to treatment protocols will be observed. The total study duration includes both the Double-Blind and Open-Label periods, with evaluations spanning up to 56 weeks to gather comprehensive data on treatment outcomes.

Researchers are evaluating the effects and safety of AZD6793 tablets in adults aged 40 years and older who have moderate to very severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). This is a Phase IIb, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving approximately 1160 participants at around 400 sites worldwide. The study aims to compare three different doses of AZD6793 against placebo tablets over 24 weeks to assess how well the treatment works and its safety profile in this population. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups receiving either one of three doses of AZD6793 or a placebo in equal proportions. The treatment involves oral administration of AZD6793 tablets or placebo tablets daily for 24 weeks. The study is designed with parallel groups and includes careful dose-ranging to evaluate different levels of the investigational drug. During the study, participants will be monitored for the annualized rate of moderate or severe COPD exacerbations from baseline up to 24 weeks. Assessments include lung function tests such as pre- and post-bronchodilator FEV1/FVC ratios, symptom questionnaires like the COPD Assessment Test (CAT), and documentation of COPD exacerbation history. Safety will be continually evaluated through clinical assessments and laboratory tests throughout the treatment period.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of tezepelumab in children aged 5 to under 12 years who have severe uncontrolled asthma. These children must be on medium to high doses of inhaled corticosteroids along with at least one other asthma controller medication, with or without oral corticosteroids. This phase 3, multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to better understand how tezepelumab affects asthma control in this pediatric population. Participants will be randomly assigned in a 2:1 ratio to receive either subcutaneous injections of tezepelumab or a matching placebo for 52 weeks during the double-blind treatment period. Before this, there is a 4 to 6 week screening and run-in phase. After the treatment period, a 12-week follow-up phase occurs without treatment. Eligible participants can then join an optional open-label extension, receiving tezepelumab for an additional 104 weeks followed by another 12-week post-treatment follow-up. Throughout the study, participants will have regular assessments including lung function tests, asthma control questionnaires, and monitoring for asthma exacerbations. Researchers will measure the annualized rate of severe asthma flare-ups from the start of treatment to week 52. Safety and treatment adherence will also be closely monitored during all study phases, with total participation potentially extending over two years for those in the extension period.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of tezepelumab in adults aged 40 to 80 years with moderate to very severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These participants must have a history of COPD for at least one year and have experienced multiple COPD exacerbations despite using inhaled maintenance therapy. This Phase 3, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study focuses on those who have had at least two moderate or one severe exacerbation in the prior year while on inhaled triple or dual therapy. Participants will receive monthly subcutaneous injections of either one of two doses of tezepelumab or a placebo. Treatment will last for a minimum of 52 weeks and up to 76 weeks. After the treatment period, there will be a 12-week off-treatment safety follow-up to monitor any lasting effects or safety concerns. During the study, researchers will assess the participants' lung function and monitor the annual rate of moderate or severe COPD exacerbations. Participants will undergo screening to confirm eligibility based on lung function tests, eosinophil counts, and symptom scores. Safety will be closely monitored throughout the treatment and follow-up periods to evaluate adverse effects and overall participant health.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of tralokinumab combined with topical corticosteroids (TCS) for treating moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis (AD) in children and infants. The trial includes two age groups: children aged 2 to under 12 years and infants aged 6 months to under 2 years. The study will last up to 4 years with visits every 2 weeks during the first year and every 6 weeks afterward, some conducted by phone. The goal is to assess improvements in AD severity, symptom relief, general health, and quality of life. Children will be randomly assigned to receive either tralokinumab plus TCS or placebo plus TCS for the first 16 weeks in a double-blind setup, with a 2 in 3 chance of getting tralokinumab. After 16 weeks, all participants will receive tralokinumab plus TCS. Infants will receive open-label treatment with tralokinumab plus TCS throughout the treatment period. The medication is given as subcutaneous injections with dosing based on body weight and adjusted at specified weeks throughout the study. After treatment ends, all participants will have a 4-week safety follow-up. Participants will undergo screening lasting up to 4 weeks to confirm eligibility. During the trial, researchers will monitor skin condition using assessments like the Investigator's Global Assessment (IGA) and Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI) at week 16. Other evaluations include symptom scores and body surface area affected by AD. Safety and health will be closely tracked throughout the study duration.