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Researchers are evaluating molnupiravir, an oral medicine designed to stop the COVID-19 virus from multiplying, to see if it can prevent severe illness from COVID-19 in people at high risk of disease progression. The study focuses on adults with confirmed COVID-19 infection who are at increased risk due to age, medical conditions, or other factors. This is a Phase 3 randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind clinical trial led by Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either molnupiravir or a matching placebo. Those in the molnupiravir group will take 800 mg orally every 12 hours for 5 days, totaling 10 doses. The same dosing schedule applies to the placebo group. Some participants may also receive remdesivir as part of standard care if clinically appropriate. During the study, participants will be monitored for up to 29 days to assess outcomes such as hospitalization, death, or medically attended visits related to COVID-19. Safety will be evaluated by tracking adverse events and discontinuation due to side effects. Researchers will also measure symptom relief, viral RNA levels, and other health indicators. The study is expected to continue until January 2031.

Researchers are studying ZL-1503 in a phase 11b clinical trial to assess its safety, tolerability, and how the body processes the drug. The study includes both healthy adults and adults with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis AD, a skin condition characterized by inflammation and itching. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial aims to better understand the effects of ZL-1503 in these groups. The trial has two parts Part A involves single increasing doses of ZL-1503 given to healthy volunteers, while Part B involves multiple increasing doses given to adults with moderate to severe AD. Participants will receive either ZL-1503 or a placebo. The study monitors participants closely during dosing to evaluate how the drug is tolerated and how it behaves in the body. Participants will undergo various assessments throughout the study, including monitoring for adverse events, vital signs, laboratory tests, and electrocardiograms ECGs for up to 48 weeks after the last dose. These evaluations help researchers track safety and any potential side effects. The total participation period can last up to 48 weeks following dosing to ensure thorough observation.

Researchers are evaluating AZD0780, an oral PCSK9 inhibitor, in a phase 3, randomized, placebo-controlled study. This trial focuses on patients with established atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease ASCVD or those at high risk for a first ASCVD event. The study aims to assess how AZD0780 compares to placebo in reducing the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, also known as MACE-PLUS, over the course of the trial. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either oral AZD0780 once daily or a matching placebo once daily. The study continues until a primary analysis censoring date, which may be up to approximately 54 months from randomization. After this, a study closure visit will be conducted as the final visit for each participant. During the study, participants will be regularly monitored for cardiovascular events including heart attacks, strokes, urgent coronary revascularizations, and other related outcomes. Researchers will track the time to first occurrence of these events as the primary outcome. Safety and other secondary outcomes like all-cause mortality will also be assessed. The total participation time can last up to about 54 months, with ongoing evaluations throughout this period.

Researchers are studying BBT001, a drug candidate for treating moderate to severe atopic dermatitis AD, in a Phase 1 randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial involving healthy volunteers and adult patients with AD. The study aims to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, immunogenicity, pharmacodynamics, and exploratory clinical activity of BBT001. Participants will receive either a single or multiple ascending doses of BBT001 or placebo. Healthy volunteers will receive single and multiple doses, while adult patients with moderate to severe AD will receive multiple doses. The study includes several parts A, B, C, D, and E with different dosing regimens to assess these effects. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for adverse events, changes in blood parameters, vital signs, physical exams, and ECG readings for up to 169 days after the first dose. Pharmacokinetic and immunogenicity measures will also be collected at specified time points. The total duration of monitoring varies by study part but can last up to approximately 24 weeks post-dose.

Researchers are evaluating orforglipron to measure its effects on cardiovascular outcomes in adults aged 50 and older who have atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease ASCVD andor chronic kidney disease CKD. This phase 3 study aims to compare orforglipron with a placebo to better understand its impact on major cardiovascular events over about five years. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either orforglipron orally along with standard care or a placebo orally along with standard care. The study is double-blinded, meaning neither participants nor researchers will know who receives the active drug or placebo during the trial period. During the study, participants will be followed for around five years, with researchers monitoring the time to the first major cardiovascular event and additional outcomes such as cardiovascular and kidney events, changes in kidney function measured by eGFR, and the onset of type 2 diabetes. The study includes regular assessments to track these outcomes and ensure participant safety throughout the long-term follow-up.

The trial investigates the effects of a combination treatment using Fluticasone Furoate FF, Umeclidinium UMEC, and Vilanterol VI on lung function compared to a combination of FF and VI alone. The study focuses on adolescents aged 12 to 17 years with asthma that is not adequately controlled despite stable maintenance therapy with inhaled corticosteroids and long-acting beta2-agonists. The research aims to assess efficacy, safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics over a 24-week period in this age group. Participants receive either the FFUMECVI combination or the FFVI combination, both administered via the ELLIPTA inhaler. The study is randomized, double-blind, and conducted in parallel groups. Treatments are given daily, and the trial lasts for 24 weeks to monitor the effects on lung function and asthma control. During the study, participants undergo lung function tests measuring forced expiratory volume in 1 second FEV1 at the start and after 24 weeks. Additional assessments include asthma control questionnaires at baseline and week 24 to evaluate changes in symptoms. Safety and tolerability are monitored throughout, with the total participation lasting 24 weeks.

Migraines cause severe throbbing or pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head, and are linked with nausea and sensitivity to light and sound. This study evaluates Corabotase IPN10200, a medication designed to prevent episodic and chronic migraines by blocking the release of chemicals that cause pain. The research aims to assess the safety, optimal dosing, and effectiveness of Corabotase injections into head and neck muscles. The trial has three periods an initial screening to confirm participant eligibility Step 1, where two doses of Corabotase are tested sequentially in separate cohorts against placebo, with injections administered into head, face, and neck muscles, and safety monitored for 36 weeks and Step 2, where new participants with episodic or chronic migraine are randomly assigned to receive either Dose A, Dose B, or placebo, with injections given in the same muscle areas and both safety and effectiveness tracked until Week 36. Participants complete a daily electronic migraine diary and questionnaires throughout the study, which lasts up to 44 weeks. Researchers monitor adverse events, lab and vital sign changes, facial exams, ECG readings, suicidal behavior, and antibody responses. The main outcome is the reduction in monthly migraine days by Week 12, with ongoing evaluation of headache frequency, medication use, and safety measures through Week 36.

Researchers are evaluating depemokimab as a treatment for adults aged 40 to 80 with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD who have type 2 inflammation and uncontrolled symptoms despite standard care. The study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of depemokimab compared to a placebo when added to the usual treatment. This phase 3 trial is sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline and focuses on reducing COPD exacerbations and improving respiratory symptoms over a long period. Participants will receive either depemokimab by subcutaneous injection alongside their standard inhaler therapy or a placebo injection plus standard care. The study is randomized, double-blind, and includes two groups one receiving depemokimab and the other a placebo, both continuing optimized inhaler treatments. This study will last up to 104 weeks, with regular assessments throughout. During the study, participants will undergo evaluations including lung function tests, symptom questionnaires such as the COPD assessment test and St. Georges Respiratory Questionnaire, and monitoring for COPD flare-ups or hospital visits. Researchers will track the number and severity of exacerbations and changes in quality of life measures. Safety and tolerability will also be closely monitored throughout the trial duration, which extends up to two years.

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.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, immune response, and how the body processes HS-20118 in adults. This study has two parts Part 1 involves healthy adults receiving a single oral dose, while Part 2 involves patients with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis receiving multiple oral doses. The study is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled to compare HS-20118 with a matching placebo. Part 1 includes five dose groups with 12 participants each, receiving single ascending doses of HS-20118 or placebo. Part 2 includes six dose groups with 12 participants each, receiving multiple ascending doses of HS-20118 or placebo. Both parts involve blood sampling for pharmacokinetics, immune response, and pharmacodynamics, along with safety examinations. Participants will undergo physical exams, vital sign checks, laboratory tests, ECGs, and blood sampling at specified times. Researchers will monitor adverse events, drug levels, immune reactions, and skin condition improvements using scales like PASI and IGA. The study lasts up to 71 days in the multiple dose part, with detailed safety and effectiveness evaluations throughout.