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Researchers are evaluating the safety and effects of different doses of a new medicine called NNC0519-0130 in people living with chronic kidney disease, some of whom have type 2 diabetes and are overweight or obese. This Phase 2 study also compares NNC0519-0130 to semaglutide, an already prescribed medicine, and a placebo to see how they may improve kidney function. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive once-weekly subcutaneous injections of NNC0519-0130 with a fixed dose escalation until reaching a maintenance dose, semaglutide with a similar dosing schedule, or a placebo matching NNC0519-0130. The treatment period lasts up to 43 weeks with several dosing schemes and groups. During the study, participants will have their kidney function monitored through urine albumin-to-creatinine ratio changes at weeks 12, 24, and 36. Other assessments include estimated glomerular filtration rate, body weight changes, waist circumference, blood pressure, and glycated hemoglobin levels. Safety will be evaluated by tracking adverse events throughout the trial duration. Participants will be regularly assessed to understand the medicines effects and safety.

This research aims to evaluate how well two new drugs, CagriSema and cagrilintide, help children and adolescents with excess body weight lose weight. The study includes participants aged 8 to under 18 years who have overweight or obesity. It is a Phase 3 trial that compares these new drugs with semaglutide, a drug already prescribed for weight management, and a placebo to understand their effects on weight loss. Participants in the main study are randomly assigned to receive one of four treatments CagriSema, cagrilintide, semaglutide, or placebo. All treatments are given once weekly as subcutaneous injections, starting with a dose escalation phase lasting up to 16 weeks, followed by a maintenance phase for 52 weeks. Those who receive semaglutide do not join the extension study. Participants in the extension study continue treatment with either CagriSema or cagrilintide for up to 156 weeks, while placebo participants follow a specific dosing regimen before continuing in the extension. During the study, participants will be monitored for changes in body mass index BMI and weight over time, with assessments at baseline, week 68, and for some measures, week 224. Researchers will also track body composition, metabolic markers, quality of life, and safety events. The entire duration for participants can be up to nearly five years if they take part in both the main and extension studies, involving regular visits and evaluations to understand the treatments effects and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of a triple therapy inhaler combining budesonide, glycopyrronium, and formoterol fumarate BGF MDI 32014.49.6 g compared to a dual therapy inhaler with glycopyrronium and formoterol fumarate GFF MDI 14.49.6 g on heart and lung outcomes in adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD who have a higher risk for heart and lung events. This Phase III study is randomized, double-blind, and conducted at multiple centers, focusing on participants with COPD and elevated cardiopulmonary risk. Participants will receive either the triple therapy inhaler or the dual therapy inhaler, both administered twice daily. The study compares these two inhalers over a period of up to three years, monitoring for serious cardiac or COPD events. The trial includes careful evaluation of various heart and lung-related health events during this period. During the study, participants will be closely monitored through regular visits, assessments, and tests to measure lung function, heart events, and COPD exacerbations. Researchers will track the time until the first severe cardiac or COPD event and evaluate other cardiovascular and respiratory outcomes over up to three years. Participants will also be assessed for their ability to properly use the inhaler and adherence to the study protocol throughout the trial.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of sefaxersen RO7434656, a new Antisense Oligonucleotide ASO therapy, in adults with primary IgA nephropathy IgAN who are at high risk of worsening kidney disease despite receiving optimized supportive care. This phase III study focuses on participants who continue to face disease progression despite standard treatments. Participants will receive subcutaneous injections of either sefaxersen or a matching placebo. The dosing schedule includes injections on Days 1, 15, and 29, followed by doses once every four weeks until Week 105. After Week 105 or the primary data cut-off, eligible participants may switch to open-label sefaxersen treatment at the investigators discretion. Throughout the study, participants will undergo assessments to measure changes in urine protein-to-creatinine ratio at Week 37, kidney function eGFR slope at Week 105, and monitor for hematuria resolution, kidney failure events, fatigue, and treatment-emergent adverse events. Blood samples will be collected to measure plasma sefaxersen levels. The total study duration extends up to approximately 36 months, with ongoing safety and efficacy monitoring.

Researchers are evaluating AZD0292, a bispecific IgG1k monoclonal antibody, for preventing exacerbations in bronchiectasis patients who are chronically colonized with Pseudomonas aeruginosa PsA. This Phase IIb study compares two dosage regimens of AZD0292 administered intravenously with placebo in participants aged 12 years and older. The study mainly focuses on non-cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis patients with frequent pulmonary exacerbations due to chronic PsA colonization, which negatively affects lung function, quality of life, and survival. Additionally, patients with cystic fibrosis bronchiectasis colonized with PsA are included as an exploratory group. Participants will receive either high-dose or low-dose AZD0292 starting on Day 1 via IV infusion, or placebo administered similarly. Subsequent doses will follow a schedule of assessments. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel study aims to assess the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of AZD0292 over a variable follow-up period ranging from a minimum of 28 weeks up to 52 weeks. The trial also includes monitoring for adverse events and immune responses to the treatment. During the study, participants will undergo evaluations including lung function tests, quality of life questionnaires, and monitoring of exacerbation rates. Blood samples will be collected to measure drug concentration and antibody development. Safety assessments will continue through the treatment period and for up to 24 weeks after the last dose. The primary outcome is the annualized rate of exacerbations over the follow-up time, and secondary measures include severe exacerbation rates, time to first exacerbation, and changes in quality of life scores. Total participation spans from screening through the treatment and follow-up phases.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, immune response, and effectiveness of the V181 dengue vaccine in healthy children aged 2 to 17 years. This study aims to see if V181 can reduce the number of dengue infections caused by any of the four dengue virus types, regardless of whether participants have had dengue before. The trial is a phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study sponsored by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive a single 0.5 mL dose of either the V181 vaccine or a placebo by subcutaneous injection on Day 1. About 3600 participants are included in the Reactogenicity and Immunogenicity Subset, which will be monitored for safety and immune response for 28 days after vaccination. A smaller group of about 620 participants from this subset will be followed for up to 5 years to assess long-term immune response using specific virus neutralization tests. During the study, participants will be monitored for adverse events, vaccine reactions, and dengue infections, including severity and hospitalization rates, up to 5 years after vaccination. Safety assessments include tracking medically attended and serious adverse events. Immune responses will be measured by antibody levels and seroconversion rates. Participants will have scheduled visits during the first month postvaccination and ongoing follow-ups for several years to evaluate the vaccines long-term effects and protective benefits.

Researchers are evaluating how different methods of patient education affect the quality of bowel preparation before outpatient colonoscopy procedures. The study compares three approaches usual verbal counseling by healthcare staff, a written tri-lingual educational pamphlet, and instructional videos accessed via smartphone QR codes. This trial aims to identify which education method leads to better bowel cleanliness as measured by the Boston Bowel Preparation Scale BBPS, improving patient comfort and clinical outcomes while reducing cancellations and waste. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups. The control group receives standard verbal instructions and pharmacy information for a split-dose polyethylene glycol PEG 3L bowel preparation. The second group gets a detailed tri-lingual pamphlet plus brief verbal explanation. The third group accesses short, structured videos via QR codes alongside brief verbal guidance. All groups follow the same bowel prep solution and timing protocol. The study is conducted in an outpatient endoscopy unit, with endoscopists and nurses blinded to group assignments. During the study, participants undergo colonoscopy with evaluations of bowel preparation quality using the BBPS at the start of the procedure. Researchers also track polyp detection rates, procedure times, cancellations, repeat procedures, patient tolerance, complications, clarity of instructions, and anxiety levels. Participants must have access to a smartphone or computer for video access and provide informed consent. The study runs from March to August 2026, aiming to improve supportive care for colonoscopy patients.

Researchers are evaluating lunsekimig, a subcutaneous injection, compared with placebo in adults aged 40 to 80 years with inadequately controlled Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease COPD characterized by an eosinophilic phenotype. This Phase 2bPhase 3 parallel study aims to assess the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of lunsekimig in reducing COPD exacerbations and improving lung function and symptoms. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three groups lunsekimig dose regimen A, lunsekimig dose regimen B, or a matching placebo. They will receive subcutaneous injections during a 48-week treatment period. The study also includes a screening period of up to 4 weeks before treatment and an approximately 8-week follow-up period after treatment, totaling up to 60 weeks of participation. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including lung function tests such as post- and pre-bronchodilator Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second FEV1, questionnaires measuring respiratory health and symptoms, and monitoring of COPD exacerbations. Safety will be evaluated through reported adverse events and laboratory tests. Researchers will also monitor blood levels of lunsekimig and the presence of antidrug antibodies. Participants will be followed closely throughout the study duration to assess treatment impact and safety.

This research investigates the long-term efficacy and safety of ianalumab in adults with lupus nephritis who have completed previous treatment in the SIRIUS-LN core study. It evaluates two groups patients who achieved a kidney response and stopped treatment, and those who continue or start open-label ianalumab due to incomplete response or prior open-label treatment. The study aims to understand sustained remission, relapse, and treatment effects over up to six years. Participants are assigned to one of two groups based on their response status at Week 140 of the core study. Those who responded well enter a treatment-withdrawal group and stop study medication while maintaining standard care, with the option to restart ianalumab if kidney flares occur. Others will receive open-label ianalumab 300 mg during the extension. This design allows observation of outcomes both on and off the study drug. During the extension, participants are monitored for kidney flare-ups, need for increased immunosuppressive medications, and safety events including adverse reactions. Blood samples will be collected to measure drug levels and antibodies. The study lasts up to six years, enabling long-term assessment of treatment durability and safety. Participants continue regular assessments and follow-up visits as determined by their clinical status.

Researchers are examining the effect of abelacimab compared to a placebo in patients with atrial fibrillation AF who are considered unsuitable for oral anticoagulation therapy. This Phase 3 study focuses on high-risk patients with AF to evaluate whether abelacimab can reduce the occurrence of ischemic stroke or systemic embolism. The study is led by Anthos Therapeutics, Inc. and aims to address treatment options in patients where traditional anticoagulation is deemed inappropriate. Participants are randomly assigned in equal numbers to receive either abelacimab 150 mg or a matching placebo by subcutaneous injection once a month. The study consists of three periods a screening period lasting up to 60 days, a double-blind treatment period that continues until at least 111 patients experience a primary endpoint event, and an end-of-treatment visit. Following this, participants may enter a 30-day follow-up or an optional open-label extension to receive abelacimab, depending on eligibility and regulatory approval. During the study, participants undergo assessments to monitor stroke, systemic embolism, and bleeding events, with the primary outcomes measured up to 30 months. Safety is tracked by recording bleeding events classified by the Bleeding Academic Research Consortium. Secondary outcomes include cardiovascular and all-cause mortality and other thrombotic events. The study also involves regular monitoring and follow-up visits to assess efficacy and safety throughout the treatment and observation periods.