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Researchers are evaluating the safety and tolerability of Efimosfermin Alfa in adults aged 18 to 75 years who have known or suspected metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) with fibrosis at stage F2 or F3. This Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study focuses on participants with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease and metabolic syndrome components, aiming to better understand treatment effects in this population. Participants will receive either Efimosfermin Alfa injection or a placebo, with the study designed as a three-arm trial. The treatment will be administered according to the study protocol, though specific dosing details are not provided. The study will monitor participants over a period extending to at least 52 weeks, comparing the safety and tolerability of Efimosfermin Alfa against placebo. During the study, participants will be closely observed through clinical assessments including monitoring for treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs), laboratory tests to detect Grade 3 and Grade 4 abnormalities, and evaluation of any adverse events leading to discontinuation of treatment. These safety and tolerability measures will be recorded at Week 52, helping researchers assess the impact of Efimosfermin Alfa over time.

This research aims to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of efimosfermin alfa in improving liver fibrosis and resolving steatohepatitis in adults with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) confirmed by biopsy showing stage F2 or F3 fibrosis. The study compares efimosfermin alfa to a placebo and focuses on individuals with confirmed liver damage and metabolic syndrome features. Participants will receive either efimosfermin alfa or placebo, administered as a drug treatment. The study is designed as a phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with three groups. Treatment effects will be assessed over 52 weeks, with a primary focus on liver fibrosis and steatohepatitis changes. The study includes long-term monitoring of liver-related clinical outcomes up to 48 months after randomization. During the study, participants will undergo liver biopsies confirmed by central pathology review, and researchers will monitor liver function and fibrosis improvement. Outcome measures include the proportion of participants showing fibrosis improvement without worsening steatohepatitis, resolution of steatohepatitis with stable fibrosis, and time to liver-related clinical events. Safety and efficacy will be closely evaluated throughout the treatment and follow-up periods.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of macupatide and eloralintide, alone or combined, on weight loss in adults who are overweight or have obesity along with type 2 diabetes. This Phase 2 study aims to understand how these treatments might help reduce body weight in this population. The study is designed as a parallel-group, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial to ensure unbiased results. Participants will receive either macupatide, eloralintide, both drugs together, or matching placebos. All treatments are administered by subcutaneous injection. The study treatment period lasts approximately 48 weeks, during which the effects of the drugs on weight and diabetes control will be assessed. During the study, participants will be monitored for changes in body weight from the start of the study to week 32 as the primary outcome. Researchers will also evaluate safety and other health measures throughout the nearly year-long participation. The study includes regular assessments to track the effects of treatment and to ensure participant health and safety.

Researchers are evaluating whether RSLV-132 can improve symptoms in adult females with Primary Sjögren Syndrome (pSS), a condition characterized by fatigue, dryness, and pain. This Phase 2, multicenter, randomized, double-blind study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of RSLV-132 compared to a placebo. Key questions include whether RSLV-132 reduces tiredness caused by pSS, its blood levels over time, immune responses, and overall safety. Participants will receive either RSLV-132, an intravenous drug made of a human ribonuclease fused to an immunoglobulin, or a placebo containing saline. They will get 13 doses over 22 weeks. Clinic visits will occur weekly for the first 2 weeks, then every 2 weeks until the end of treatment, with a final checkup 4 weeks later on Day 211. During the study, participants will record their symptoms daily on an electronic device. Researchers will monitor symptoms and conduct tests and questionnaires at each visit to assess the main outcomes, focusing on the cardinal symptoms of Sjögren's measured daily from a week before the first dose until 169 days after. The study includes safety monitoring and symptom tracking throughout the 22-week treatment and follow-up period.

Bipolar disorder is a serious and long-lasting mood disorder affecting both adults and children, with up to 1.8% of the pediatric population in the United States affected. Treatment options for depressive episodes in children with bipolar disorder are limited due to fewer studies compared to adults. This research aims to evaluate how cariprazine affects disease symptoms and safety in children and teenagers aged 10 to 17 years who have bipolar I disorder with depressive episodes. Participants in the study will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one receiving cariprazine and the other receiving a placebo, with about half of the participants in each group. Cariprazine will be given as oral capsules in doses adjusted based on age and weight. At the third week, doses may be increased for those not responding well, while others will continue their current dose. The treatment lasts 6 weeks, followed by a 4-week safety follow-up period. During the study, participants will attend weekly visits to hospitals or clinics for medical assessments, blood tests, and questionnaires to monitor side effects and treatment effects. Researchers will measure changes in depression scores and monitor for any adverse events or abnormal clinical signs, including vital signs, ECG, and movement disorders. The total study duration includes the treatment and safety follow-up periods, ensuring careful observation of participants' health and response to treatment.

Researchers are evaluating whether the medicine vicadrostat, combined with empagliflozin, helps adults with chronic heart failure (HF) who have a weakened heart pumping function, specifically a left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) below 40%. Eligible participants must have been diagnosed with chronic HF at least 3 months before joining. The study is a Phase III trial designed to compare the effects of vicadrostat plus empagliflozin against placebo plus empagliflozin in people with symptomatic chronic HF classified as New York Heart Association classes II to IV. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group takes tablets containing vicadrostat and empagliflozin, while the other group takes placebo tablets that look like vicadrostat along with empagliflozin. Tablets are taken once daily for a period ranging from about 6 months up to about 3.5 years. Participants continue their usual heart failure treatments during the study. The study is double-blind, meaning neither the participants nor the study staff know who is receiving which treatment. During the study, participants regularly visit the study site or may have phone contacts for follow-up. They answer questions about their health and well-being. Doctors monitor and record any worsening of heart failure symptoms, hospital visits due to heart failure, or deaths. They also check participants' overall health and note any side effects. The main outcome measured is the time until a participant experiences cardiovascular death, hospitalization for heart failure, or an urgent heart failure visit, over up to 43 months of follow-up.

Researchers are evaluating the long-term safety and tolerability of adjunctive KarXT, a combination of xanomeline and trospium chloride, in adults aged 18 to 65 with schizophrenia who did not have sufficient symptom control with their current antipsychotic medications. This Phase 3, open-label extension study involves participants who previously completed the treatment period of the ARISE study (KAR-012). The goal is to monitor how well patients tolerate KarXT over an extended period while assessing related safety concerns. Participants receive fixed doses of KarXT capsules twice daily, with doses ranging from 50 mg/20 mg up to 125 mg/30 mg. The study lasts for 52 weeks as an outpatient program. This open-label extension allows researchers to observe the effects and safety of KarXT when added to stable antipsychotic treatment under real-world conditions. During the study, researchers closely monitor participants for any treatment-emergent adverse events from the initial dose through a safety follow-up visit at 54 weeks or early termination. Participants will undergo regular assessments, including clinical evaluations and reports from reliable caregivers who assist with study activities. The study ensures participants maintain stable living situations and continue their background antipsychotic medications throughout the study period.

Researchers are evaluating depemokimab as a treatment for adults aged 40 to 80 years with moderate to severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have type 2 inflammation and frequent exacerbations. This Phase 3 study aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of depemokimab when added to optimized inhaler therapy compared to placebo in participants whose COPD is uncontrolled despite current treatment. Participants must have an elevated blood eosinophil count and a history of COPD symptoms and exacerbations. Participants will receive depemokimab, a sterile liquid drug, or a placebo consisting of a sterile 0.9% sodium chloride solution. The treatments are administered as an add-on to their usual inhaler therapies, which include inhaled corticosteroids, long-acting muscarinic antagonists, and long-acting beta2-adrenergic agonists. The study is randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, and takes place across multiple centers. Treatment duration and detailed dosing schedules are not specified but participants are monitored up to 104 weeks. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for the annual rate of moderate to severe COPD exacerbations. Researchers will also assess safety and other clinical outcomes related to lung function and COPD symptoms. Participants will have regular visits for evaluation of their disease status, treatment adherence, and any side effects. The total duration of participation includes baseline screening and follow-up visits over the study period to ensure comprehensive data collection for efficacy and safety analysis.

Researchers are evaluating real-world treatment patterns, effectiveness, and side effects of xanomeline and trospium chloride (KarXT) in adults diagnosed with schizophrenia in the United States. This study aims to describe how patients respond to KarXT treatment and the related adverse events as observed in routine clinical care. Participants receive xanomeline and trospium chloride (KarXT) following the product label instructions. They may either be starting KarXT treatment within 16 weeks with plans to stop previous antipsychotics or already on a stable antipsychotic regimen and switching to KarXT under their clinician's guidance. Other psychiatric medications like antidepressants or mood stabilizers can be continued at stable doses during the study. During the study, participants' treatment adjustments and switches are tracked from baseline up to 20 weeks. Researchers monitor treatment effectiveness and safety through regular clinical follow-up, recording any changes, side effects, or adverse events. The study relies on the treating clinician’s judgment to assess treatment progress and participant safety throughout the observation period.

This research aims to evaluate the long-term safety and tolerability of NBI-1065845 when added to ongoing antidepressant treatment in adults diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It focuses on participants who have experienced moderate or severe recurrent MDD or persistent depressive disorder and who have not responded adequately to oral antidepressants during their current depressive episode. This is a Phase 3, open-label study designed to monitor the effects of this adjunctive treatment over an extended period. Participants will receive NBI-1065845 tablets alongside their current oral antidepressant therapy. The study will observe treatment effects and monitor any adverse events that emerge during the course of therapy. There is no mention of a comparator or placebo group, indicating all enrolled individuals will be treated with NBI-1065845 in addition to their existing medication. The treatment and observation period extends through 52 weeks, allowing for comprehensive long-term safety assessment. During the study, participants will be regularly evaluated for treatment-emergent adverse events from the start through week 52. Researchers will track safety and tolerability through clinical assessments and monitoring. Participants must be willing and able to follow all study procedures and restrictions as determined by the investigators. The overall duration and detailed assessments ensure thorough monitoring of how well participants tolerate the adjunctive treatment over the course of one year.