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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 conducting a Phase 2, multicenter platform study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of several investigational treatments for adults with moderately to severely active Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), including Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis. The study focuses on assessing multiple experimental oral or injectable therapies to better understand their effects on these conditions. Participants will receive one of the study drugs, MT-501 or MT-201, as part of this evaluation. The study aims to gather data on how these treatments perform in terms of safety, how the body processes them (pharmacokinetics), and their biological effects (pharmacodynamics). Treatment effects will be measured over a period of up to 13 weeks. During the study, participants will be monitored for any side effects, serious adverse events, and laboratory test changes. Researchers will also assess the participants' clinical remission status and improvements seen through endoscopic evaluations at 12 to 13 weeks. The total involvement duration includes screening and treatment periods, with careful tracking of outcomes and safety throughout.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of KarXT combined with KarX-EC in adults aged 55 to 90 who have agitation related to Alzheimer's Disease. This phase 3 study aims to better understand how these treatments impact agitation symptoms in this population by comparing them to a placebo group. Participants must have a confirmed Alzheimer's diagnosis and meet specific criteria for agitation severity to join the study. Participants will receive either the Xanomeline/Trospium Chloride Capsule, Xanomeline Enteric Capsule, or a placebo, each given at specified doses on designated days. The study is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled to ensure reliable comparison of treatment effects. The treatment period lasts through Week 14, during which dosing schedules are closely followed. Throughout the study, participants will be regularly assessed using the Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory-International Psychogeriatric Association (CMAI-IPA) to measure changes in agitation levels from baseline to Week 14. Caregivers will provide reports on participant status and help ensure medication compliance. Safety and symptom changes will be carefully monitored to evaluate the treatments' effects during this period.

Researchers are studying the safety and effectiveness of long-acting antibodies given alone or in combinations to adults with moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC). This Phase 2, multicenter platform trial aims to find treatments that can improve symptoms and induce remission in people diagnosed with UC for at least 3 months. The study includes participants with active disease confirmed by endoscopy and histology and with moderate to severe symptoms based on a scoring system. The trial has two parts. Part A is an open-label phase testing three different monotherapy drugs to assess safety and initial effectiveness. Part B will be a randomized, placebo-controlled phase where participants receive one of six interventions (three monotherapies or three combinations) or placebo to compare outcomes. Treatments involve intravenous (IV) induction followed by subcutaneous (SC) maintenance dosing. Different treatment arms may start and finish at varying times during the study. Participants will undergo endoscopy and histology to confirm disease activity at screening, with regular monitoring throughout the study. Researchers will evaluate changes in disease severity using the Robarts Histopathology Index and measure the percentage of participants achieving clinical remission by Week 12. Safety and efficacy will be closely followed during and after treatment. The total study duration depends on treatment arm timelines and follow-up requirements.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of the drug orforglipron compared with a placebo on cardiovascular outcomes in adults who have atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) and/or chronic kidney disease (CKD). This is a Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study designed to investigate major adverse cardiovascular events over a long period. Participants will receive either orforglipron or a placebo orally. The study is event-driven and will continue until the occurrence of major cardiovascular events or up to about 5 years. The treatments are administered without revealing to participants which group they are in to ensure unbiased results. During the study, participants will be monitored for the time to the first occurrence of a major cardiovascular event. Researchers will collect data from baseline through the end of the study, which lasts approximately 5 years. Regular assessments will help evaluate the safety and effects of the treatments on cardiovascular health in this population.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety and tolerability of KarXT in treating mania or mania with mixed features in adults with Bipolar-I disorder. This phase 3, open-label extension study aims to better understand how KarXT performs over an extended period in this population. The study includes participants who either completed previous double-blind placebo-controlled studies or are newly diagnosed with Bipolar-I disorder experiencing manic symptoms. Participants receive KarXT at specified doses on certain days, with some also taking therapeutic doses of Lithium, Valproate, or Lamotrigine as part of their treatment. The study does not mention a placebo group during this extension, focusing instead on monitoring the long-term effects of KarXT alone or in combination with these established therapies. During the study, participants are monitored for adverse events up to week 54 to assess safety. Evaluations include psychiatric assessments using scales such as the Young Mania Rating Scale and CGI-BP score at screening and baseline. Researchers will track treatment-emergent adverse events and overall tolerability throughout the study duration, which lasts up to 54 weeks for each participant.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of adding KarXT (Xanomeline/Trospium Chloride) to standard treatment for mania in adults with Bipolar-I Disorder. This Phase 3, randomized, double-blind study focuses on individuals experiencing acute manic episodes, with or without mixed features, who are already taking lithium, valproate, or lamotrigine. The study aims to measure changes in mania symptoms using the Young Mania Rating Scale at Week 5. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either KarXT or a placebo alongside their stable dose of lithium, valproate, or lamotrigine. The doses of these medications are specified and given on set days during the study. Only those with stable mood stabilizer doses for at least two weeks prior to screening, and valproate treatment for at least seven months, are eligible. The treatment period lasts for 5 weeks. During the study, participants will be closely monitored through psychiatric evaluations and clinical assessments. Researchers will assess mania severity, safety, and any side effects. The main outcome is the change from baseline in the Young Mania Rating Scale score at Week 5. Participants’ physical health, including liver function and risk of urinary or gastrointestinal issues, will also be monitored to ensure safety throughout the trial.

This trial focuses on people aged 55 to 90 who have agitation related to Alzheimer's Disease and previously finished one of two earlier studies. It aims to assess the long-term safety and effectiveness of a combination treatment using xanomeline tartrate/trospium chloride immediate release capsules (KarXT) and xanomeline enteric capsules (KarX-EC) in these participants. The study is a Phase 3 open-label extension, meaning all participants receive the treatment while researchers observe effects over time. Participants receive specified doses of KarXT and KarX-EC on set days as part of the treatment regimen. The study follows those who completed the earlier parent studies CN012-0023 or CN012-0024, continuing to monitor their response to the combined medication over an extended period. Throughout the study, researchers evaluate the number of participants who experience any treatment-emergent adverse events up to about 30 weeks. Caregiver involvement is required, with at least one caregiver having regular contact of about 10 hours per week or more. Safety and tolerability are closely monitored to understand the long-term impact of the treatment in managing agitation associated with Alzheimer's Disease.

Researchers are conducting a Phase 3, global, randomized, open-label, multicenter trial to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of brelovitug (BJT-778) in treating chronic hepatitis delta virus (HDV) infection. The study aims to compare brelovitug treatment to delayed treatment in participants with chronic HDV infection. Approximately 80 participants will be enrolled and randomized into three groups to assess treatment outcomes. The study includes three arms: one group will receive brelovitug 300 mg by subcutaneous injection once weekly for 96 weeks; the second group will receive brelovitug 900 mg by subcutaneous injection once every 4 weeks for 96 weeks; the third group will initially delay treatment, attending clinic visits for 12 weeks, then start brelovitug 300 mg subcutaneously once weekly for 96 weeks. The study evaluates different dosing schedules and the effect of delayed treatment. Participants will be monitored for safety and efficacy, with the main outcome being the percentage of participants achieving a combined endpoint of virologic response and normalization of ALT levels at Week 24 compared to Week 12 in the delayed-treatment arm. The trial includes regular clinical visits, laboratory tests, and assessments over the treatment period to track response and safety. Total participation duration aligns with the 96 weeks of treatment after initial randomization or delay period.