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- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Molecular Signatures of Cutaneous Dupilumab Response
Studying how dupilumab affects immune cells in eczema skin
📍 University of California, San Francisco · San Francisco, CA · Get directions →
This study examines the effect of IL4RA blockade with dupilumab on the immune cells of atopic dermatitis skin lesions.
- Lupus (SLE)
Safety and Efficacy of Combination Belimumab and Voclosporin in the Treatment of Proliferative Forms of Lupus Glomerulopathy: Synergy Trial
Testing whether adding two lupus medicines to standard care improves kidney results
📍 AARA Clinical Research · Glendale, AZ · +6 more US sites · Get directions →
This is a Phase IV, open-label, randomized trial to determine whether the combination of Belimumab (BEL) and Voclosporin (VCS), plus background therapy with Mycophenolate Mofetil (MMF), improves the proportion of patients with proliferative lupus nephritis achieving complete renal response (CRR) compared to proportion of patients achieving CRR from recent clinical trials. This protocol will additionally determine whether combination therapy using Belimumab (BEL) and Voclosporin (VCS) facilitates rapid discontinuation of MMF.
- Obesity / overweight
Weight Loss Study: Genetics and Response to Naltrexone/Bupropion
Testing whether obesity genes predict weight loss from a diet and a medicine
📍 Columbia University Medical Center · New York, NY · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical trial is to understand if genetic variations are associated with the amount of weight loss with diet and while taking an FDA-approved medication for weight loss. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are: * In Aim One, the investigators propose to rigorously test the hypothesis that presence of the Taq1A A1+ polymorphism is associated with greater weight loss with NB compared with the A1- genotype.
- Kidney disease
Effect of Empagliflozin on Podocyte Specific Proteins in African American Veterans With NDKD
Testing whether empagliflozin changes kidney filter injury proteins in African American Veterans
📍 Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center (688) · Washington D.C., DC · Get directions →
Primary Objective:To study podocyte specific injury markers in African American Veterans with non-diabetic kidney disease(NDKD), on empagliflozin therapy. Primary Endpoint: Assess the effect of Empagliflozin on podocyte-specific proteins in exosomes isolated from subjects' urine, such as nephrin, podocalyxin and Wilms'Tumor (WT-1) protein.
- Obesity / overweight
Pharmacotherapy in Conjunction With Lifestyle Counseling for Management of Weight Regain After Bariatric Surgery
Testing medicines plus lifestyle counseling to manage weight regain after bariatric surgery
📍 University of California Irvine Medical Center · Orange, CA · Get directions →
This is a randomized controlled trial employing a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial (SMART) design to test whether pharmacotherapy, in conjunction with lifestyle counseling, can reverse weight regain after bariatric surgery.
- Lupus (SLE)
Dapagliflozin in Active Lupus Nephritis
Testing dapagliflozin for lupus-related kidney inflammation (kidney disease)
📍 Massachusetts General Hospital · Boston, MA · +1 more US site · Get directions →
Lupus nephritis is a chronic and life-threatening autoimmune cause of kidney disease that predominately impacts young people and can lead to kidney failure. Sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 inhibitors, including dapagliflozin, are known to improve outcomes for people with other causes of chronic kidney disease.
- Kidney disease💵 May compensate
Efficacy and Safety of Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter-2 Inhibitors in Adolescents With Early Stages of Chronic Kidney Disease
Testing kidney disease drug effects and safety in teens with early CKD
📍 Instituto de atención Integral de Enfermedades Renales del Estado de Aguascalientes · Aguascalientes, Aguascalientes · Get directions →
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is highly prevalent in the state of Aguascalientes, Mexico, particularly among adolescents and young adults. Epidemiologic and histologic studies suggest that this burden is largely driven by reduced nephron endowment of prenatal origin, leading to compensatory glomerular hyperfiltration, adaptive podocytopathy, and persistent albuminuria at early stages of disease.
- Obesity / overweight
Effect of Lidocaine-Dexmedetomidine on Pain, Inflammation, and Oxidative Stress After Bariatric Surgery.
Testing if an IV medicine during bariatric surgery reduces pain and inflammation in adults with
📍 Hospital de Especialidades Centro Medico Nacional Siglo XXI · Mexico City, Mexico City · Get directions →
The goal of this randomized clinical trial is to find out whether giving an intravenous lidocaine + dexmedetomidine combination (LIDEX) during laparoscopic bariatric surgery can lower post-operative pain, inflammation, and oxidative stress in adults with obesity. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Pain control: Does LIDEX reduce pain 24 hours after surgery, as measured with the International Pain Outcomes Questionnaire (IPOQ)?
- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Dupilumab De-escalation in Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis
Testing whether stopping or lowering eczema treatment works for kids
📍 Johns Hopkins Univerisity · Baltimore, MD · Get directions →
This is a pilot investigator-blinded, randomized clinical trial to assess the feasibility of dupilumab treatment discontinuation or dose-reduction in children aged 1-17 years who have achieved sustained atopic dermatitis (AD) control on dupilumab.
- Obesity / overweightHigh blood pressure
Impact GLP-1 Agonists Following Bariatric
Testing whether GLP-1 medicines after bariatric surgery affect weight and blood sugar
📍 University of Missouri Hospital · Columbia, MO · Get directions →
Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) is a hormone that helps regulate blood glucose levels through improved insulin sensitivity and release of insulin from the pancreas, control hunger, induce satiety and plays a role in the metabolic health of a person. GLP-1 receptor agonists (GLP1-RAs) have been shown to be effective in achieving weight loss in patients with type 2 diabetes while improving blood glucose control.
- Kidney disease
Randomised Evaluation of Sodium Dialysate Levels on Vascular Events
Testing whether two dialysate salt levels affect heart events and death
📍 Royal Adelaide Hospital · Adelaide, · Get directions →
This global study will assess the effect of randomising dialysis sites to one of two default dialysate sodium concentrations in current practice, 140mmol/l and 137mmol/l, on major cardiovascular events and death in patients receiving maintenance haemodialysis.
- Obesity / overweight
Tirzepatide's Role in Postmenopausal HR+ Breast Cancer Survivors
Testing a weekly shot to see if it is practical and helps weight in some postmenopausal breast
📍 Weill Cornell Medicine · New York, NY · Get directions →
This study will explore whether tirzepatide is a practical and acceptable treatment for postmenopausal females with a history of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer and obesity. The investigators aim to understand whether participants are willing and able to take this medication once weekly for 6 months and whether it may help improve weight and overall health.
- Lupus (SLE)
Trial of Belimumab in Early Lupus
Testing belimumab in people with lupus diagnosed within 2 years
📍 Feinstein Institute · Manhasset, NY · Get directions →
This two year study will evaluate the effects of giving belimumab (Benlysta) to patients with Early Lupus. Early lupus is a diagnosis of lupus within 2 years.
- Type 2 diabetesKidney disease💵 May compensate
Mechanism of SGLT2 Inhibition in the Kidney
Testing how SGLT2 medicines affect kidney function in type 2 diabetes
📍 University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, MI · Get directions →
The goal of this open-label, non-randomized clinical trial is to determine what effects, if any, an FDA-approved drug class known as SGLT2 inhibitors (Canagliflozin or INVOKANA) has any protective effects on kidney function in Type 2 diabetes. We are looking for participants 18-80 years of age, who have had a clinical diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes for ≥ 3 years.
- Lupus (SLE)
PRESERVE: LUPKYNIS in Combination With Belimumab, Obinutuzumab or Anifrolumab in Patients With Lupus Nephritis
Testing LUPKYNIS with other lupus medicines for kidney response in lupus nephritis
📍 Purushotham & Akther Kotha MD, Inc. · La Mesa, CA · +14 more US sites · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical study is to assess the efficacy and safety of LUPKYNIS® in combination with belimumab, obinutuzumab or anifrolumab at inducing rapid renal response in patients with lupus nephritis (LN).
- Obesity / overweight
A Study to Investigate the Effectiveness of Tirzepatide (LY3298176) Following Initiation of Ixekizumab (LY2439821) in Participants With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque PsO and Obesity or Overweight in Clinical Practice (TOGETHER AMPLIFY-PsO)
Testing adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab for plaque psoriasis and weight issues
📍 Medical Dermatology Specialists · Phoenix, AZ · +39 more US sites · Get directions →
The main purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab therapy in standard clinical practice in participants with moderate-to-severe plaque PsO and obesity or overweight with at least 1 weight-related comorbidity. The study will last up to 12 months.
- Obesity / overweightFatty liver disease (NASH/MASH)💵 May compensate
Fibrosis Lessens After Metabolic Surgery
Testing whether metabolic surgery can reduce liver scarring in obesity
📍 Banner Health Center · Phoenix, AZ · +3 more US sites · Get directions →
Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), formerly known as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a major global public health concern, is commonly associated with obesity, diabetes, and dyslipidemia. MASLD is currently the most common cause of chronic liver disease affecting about 80% of people with obesity, ranging from simple fat deposits in the liver to Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH), cellular injury, advanced fibrosis, cirrhosis, or hepatocellular carcinoma.
- Lupus (SLE)
A Study Describing the Efficacy and Safety of Belimumab Administered in Adult Participants With Early Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Testing the safety and effects of belimumab in early lupus adults
📍 GSK Investigational Site · Anniston, AL · +39 more US sites · Get directions →
This is a prospective, open-label, single arm 3-year clinical study to describe the short-term and long-term efficacy and safety of belimumab in participants with autoantibody positive early SLE with ongoing disease activity despite stable first-line SLE therapy.
- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Lebrikizumab in Moderate-to-severe Atopic Dermatitis
Testing a medicine called lebrikizumab for long-term improvement in eczema
📍 Physioseq USA - CA · Folsom, CA · +1 more US site · Get directions →
This research is studying a drug already approved for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD). This research collects health-related information and blood and skin samples to understand if the study drug, lebrikizumab, leads to long-term improvement in AD skin.
- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Ethnic Differences in Mechanisms of Action of Dupilumab
Studying how a common eczema treatment works differently by race
📍 University of Michigan · Ann Arbor, MI · Get directions →
Previous research has shown that Asian and African Americans are more likely to develop atopic dermatitis (AD) than their Caucasian counterparts. However, limited information is known about AD in Asian and African American populations because most molecular studies have focused on Caucasians with AD.
- Lupus (SLE)
Safety of the Herpes Zoster Subunit Vaccine in Lupus
Testing the safety of a shingles vaccine in people with lupus
📍 NYU Langone Health · New York, NY · +1 more US site · Get directions →
This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, non-inferiority crossover study will evaluate the Herpes Zoster Sunbit (HZ/su) vaccine in SLE patients in order to evaluate safety and immunogenicity in patients with variable baseline clinical activities, ages and immunosuppressant exposures. The investigators hypothesize that HZ/su administration will be non-inferior to placebo with respect to the risk of moderate or severe SLE flare(s) occurring within 24 weeks of receiving the first dose of the assigned treatment.
- Obesity / overweightHigh blood pressure💵 May compensate
Optimizing Portal Hypertension With TIPS and Interval Metabolic Surgery for Advanced Liver Disease
Testing treatments to lower high pressure in liver veins in people with advanced liver disease and
📍 Cleveland Clinic Main Campus · Cleveland, OH · Get directions →
Cirrhosis is a form of advanced liver disease that can lead to serious complications, especially when combined with severe obesity. Many patients with cirrhosis also develop a condition called clinically significant portal hypertension (CSPH), which is increased pressure in the veins of the liver.
- Obesity / overweight
GLP-1R Actions on Muscle and the Skeleton
Studying how GLP-1 weight loss affects muscles and bones in people with obesity
📍 Pennington Biomedical Research Center · Baton Rouge, LA · Get directions →
The GRAMS study objectives are to assess the musculoskeletal changes that occur after weight loss using GLP-1 based therapy. A lifestyle intervention with diet and exercise is included to assess any mitigating effects are provided, versus a control group with regular exercise and diet.
- Obesity / overweight
Metabolic and Behavioural Effects of CONTRAVE as Potential Mechanisms of Weight Loss in Adults With Obesity
Testing how CONTRAVE affects body and behavior changes linked to weight loss in adults with obesity
📍 LEAF Weight Managment Clinic · Ottawa, Ontario · Get directions →
Obesity is a common chronic disease linked with increased risk for other illnesses and earlier death. Our team and others have shown that many bodily and psychological changes occur when individuals are on calorie-restricted diets.
- Kidney disease
Glucagon-like-peptide-1 Receptor Agonists in Patients Receiving Maintenance Dialysis
Testing whether a weekly diabetes medicine is safe for people on dialysis
📍 Unity Health Toronto · Toronto, Ontario · Get directions →
This study aims to determine if GLP1RA is safe and tolerable in maintenance dialysis population, adherence, and feasibility of a larger definitive cardiovascular outcome trial in this population. Participants will be randomized 1:1 to either weekly subcutaneous semaglutide versus usual care and followed for 26 weeks.
- Obesity / overweightKidney disease
Obesity Management for Kidney TRANSPLANTation: OK-TRANSPLANT 2
Studying weight-loss support for people with obesity and kidney disease who want a kidney transplant
📍 London Health Sciences Centre · London, Ontario · Get directions →
OK-TRANSPLANT 2 is a vanguard study for a large randomized, pragmatic, open-label trial. We will randomize participants with obesity, high-risk CKD/dialysis who are hoping for lose weight for the purpose of kidney transplant.
- Obesity / overweight
JOULE - Metabolic Adaptation to Weight Loss in Response to a Behavioural Lifestyle Program With or Without Semaglutide in Adolescents With Obesity
Testing how weight-loss lifestyle changes affect metabolism in teens with obesity, with or without
📍 McMaster University · Hamilton, Ontario · Get directions →
The Joule MARS study is a single center, randomized, open label clinical trial aiming to explore the metabolic adaptations that occur in response to weight management in adolescents with obesity. Behavioural lifestyle intervention with and without a pharmacological intervention - semaglutide- will be studied.
- Lupus (SLE)
Prospective Registry Investigating Maternal, Infant, and Lactation Outcomes in Anifrolumab Users
Tracking how anifrolumab passes into breast milk and affects infants in people with lupus
📍 Research Site · Las Vegas, NV · Get directions →
Prospective Registry Investigating Maternal, Infant, and Lactation Outcomes in Anifrolumab Users (PRIMULA Lac) is a Post Marketing Requirements (PMR) study designed to fulfill the FDA post-marketing requirements. The study will collect data about the presence of anifrolumab in human breast milk and serum (maternal and infant) among lactating individuals who are receiving anifrolumab therapeutically via intravenous (IV) or subcutaneous (SC) administration and evaluate exposure and effects on the breastfed infant.
- Obesity / overweight
Improving Efficacity of Sleeve Gastrectomy With Naltrexone/Bupropion Extended-release Tablet
Testing whether naltrexone and bupropion tablets after sleeve
📍 Criucpq-Ul · Québec, Quebec · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the impact of combination therapy with Naltrexone-Bupropion (NB) in the post-operative period of sleeve gastrectomy (SG). on a) weight loss, b) resolution of comorbidities and c) eating behaviors.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
Individualized Pharmacological Approach to Obesity in Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Testing how to choose weight-loss medicines for people with bipolar disorder
📍 Mayo Clinic · Rochester, MN · Get directions →
The goal of this clinical trial is to identify the specific characteristics (phenotypes) that may be useful to help select the right medication for weight loss, and to study the effect of individualized guided medication in patients with bipolar disorder ages 18-65. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Can the investigators compare the distribution of obesity characteristics (hungry brain, hungry gut, emotional hunger) between bipolar patients and non-bipolar participants (comparing from IRB #24-002375)?
- Obesity / overweight
The Effect of Tirzepatide on Menopausal Vasomotor Symptoms and Biological Aging in Post-menopausal Women With Obesity
Testing tirzepatide for hot flashes in post-menopausal women with obesity
📍 Mayo Clinic in Florida · Jacksonville, FL · Get directions →
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of tirzepatide on vasomotor symptoms and on measures of biological aging.
- Obesity / overweight
2024 Tirzepatide-Bariatric Surgery
Testing whether taking tirzepatide before bariatric surgery helps outcomes for people with obesity
📍 University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY · Get directions →
This clinical trial will test whether preoperative tirzepatide treatment improves outcomes after bariatric surgery. The outcome of this study could impact therapeutic guidelines for the multimodal treatment of obesity.
- Obesity / overweight
Effects of Semaglutide on Clinical Outcomes and Metabolic Inflammation in Psoriasis
Testing oral semaglutide plus psoriasis skin creams to see effects on symptoms and inflammation
📍 Hospital Universitario Dr. José E. González · Monterrey, N.L. · Get directions →
This study will evaluate the effects of oral semaglutide in combination with topical corticosteroid/calcipotriol on clinical outcomes and metabolic inflammation in patients with plaque psoriasis and overweight/obesity and/or type 2 diabetes mellitus. A total of 62 participants will be randomized to receive either semaglutide plus topical corticosteroid/calcipotriol or placebo plus topical corticosteroid/calcipotriol for 12 weeks.
- Obesity / overweightType 2 diabetesHeart / cardiovascular disease
Pioglitazone on Heart Failure in Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus Participants
Testing the diabetes medicine pioglitazone in people with type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart
📍 Texas Diabetes Institute/UH · San Antonio, TX · Get directions →
Our goal of the study is to learn the effects of the diabetes medication named Pioglitazone, in type-2 diabetic obese participants with Heart failure. The main question it aims to answer are: 1.
- Kidney disease
Empagliflozin Treatment in Kidney Transplant Recipients
Testing empagliflozin in people with kidney transplants and chronic kidney disease
📍 Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL · Hines, IL · +4 more US sites · Get directions →
Kidney transplantation improves the health and quality of life for those Veterans with end stage kidney disease (ESKD). While early patient and graft survival are excellent, long-term outcomes continue to be challenging.
- Kidney disease
Pioglitazone to Reduce Sympathetic Overactivity in CKD Patients
Testing whether pioglitazone can reduce overactive nerve activity in people with chronic kidney
📍 University of Texas at Arlington · Arlington, TX · +1 more US site · Get directions →
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and death. An overactive sympathetic nervous system in CKD patients is one of the major mechanisms increasing the cardiovascular risks in this patient population.
- Kidney disease
Oral Iron in Children With Chronic Kidney Disease
Testing oral iron in children with chronic kidney disease and mild anemia
📍 Weill Cornell Medicine / New York Presbyterian Hospital · New York, NY · +1 more US site · Get directions →
This is a pilot clinical trial of oral iron therapy in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and mild anemia. Eligible children will be randomized into a standard of care (iron sulfate) arm vs.
- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Using Dupilumab to Improve Circadian Function, Sleep and Pruritus in Children With Moderate/Severe Atopic Dermatitis
Testing how dupilumab affects sleep, itching, and body clock in children with moderate to severe
📍 Lurie Children's Hospital/Northwestern University · Chicago, IL · Get directions →
Single center, prospective, Open label study of sleep, pruritus and circadian function pre/post 12-weeks of dupilumab treatment in children 6-17 years old
- Obesity / overweight
The Effects of Mirabegron and Tadalafil on Glucose Tolerance in Prediabetics
Testing whether two drugs for bladder and erections affect blood sugar in people with prediabetes
📍 University of Kentucky · Lexington, KY · Get directions →
The investigator hypothesizes that treatment with the ß3 agonist mirabegron results in improved glucose metabolism, including a reversal of prediabetes in obese, insulin-resistant human research participants, and this is further improved by combination therapy with tadalafil. The investigator will comprehensively analyze glucose homeostasis in prediabetic patients treated for 14 weeks with mirabegron, tadalafil or both drugs as compared to a placebo.
- Eczema / atopic dermatitis
Dupixent and Narrowband UVB for Atopic Dermatitis
Testing dupilumab plus narrowband UVB light for eczema over 24 weeks
📍 Eczema Treatment Center of New Jersey · East Windsor, NJ · Get directions →
24 weeks open-label study with dupilumab and narrowband UVB phototherapy three times weekly for 12 weeks followed by 12 weeks of dupilumab monotherapy.
- Obesity / overweight💵 May compensate
Metformin for Antipsychotic-induced Weight Gain in Adults With Intellectual Disability
Testing metformin for weight gain caused by antipsychotic drugs in adults with intellectual
📍 Centre for Addiction and Mental Health · Toronto, Ontario · Get directions →
People with IDD (intellectual and developmental disability) have very high rates of obesity and die prematurely from cardiometabolic disease. While antipsychotics contribute to this problem, their use is necessary and appropriate in a significant subgroup of individuals with IDD.
- Kidney disease
Safety of Short-course of NSAIDs in Pediatric Patients With CKD
Testing whether short courses of anti-inflammatory pain medicines after surgery raise kidney injury
📍 Children's Hospital Colorado · Aurora, CO · Get directions →
The purpose of this study is to determine if non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) use in the postoperative setting increases the risk of acute kidney injury (AKI) in pediatric patients with mild-to-moderate chronic kidney disease (CKD). The investigators hypothesize that there is no increased risk.
- Obesity / overweight
A Study to Investigate Effectiveness of Tirzepatide Following Initiation of Ixekizumab in Participants With Active Psoriatic Arthritis and Overweight or Obesity in Clinical Practice (TOGETHER AMPLIFY-PsA)
Testing whether adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab helps people with psoriatic arthritis and obesity
📍 AARA Clinical Research - Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates - Avondale · Avondale, AZ · +39 more US sites · Get directions →
The main purpose of this study is to assess the effectiveness of adding tirzepatide to ixekizumab therapy in standard clinical practice in participants with active PsA and obesity or overweight with at least 1 weight-related comorbidity. The study will last up to 12 months.
- Lupus (SLE)
A Study to Continue the Administration of Deucravacitinib in Participants With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) or Discoid and/or Subacute Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (DLE/SCLE) Who Have Completed Study IM011074 or Study IM011132
Testing continued treatment with deucravacitinib for lupus after a prior study
📍 Local Institution - 0001 · Farmington, CT · +3 more US sites · Get directions →
The purpose of this study is to allow the continued administration of Deucravacitinib in participants with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) or Discoid and/or Subacute Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (DLE/SCLE) who have completed study IM011074 or Study IM011132
- Obesity / overweight
Tirzepatide in PWS, HO and GNSO
Testing a weight loss medication in young adults with Prader-Willi or hypothalamic obesity
📍 Children's Minnesota · Saint Paul, MN · +2 more US sites · Get directions →
This research study is comparing the effectiveness of a weight loss medication called Tirzepatide in young adults with Prader-Willi Syndrome and/or hypothalamic obesity, as compared to young adults with obesity that is unrelated to a genetic syndrome or underlying medical cause. These groups will be given medication for 1 year to see how weight and other health factors are effected by the medication.