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Study Summary
This trial is looking at whether or not a new drug, efavaleukin alfa, can help people with UC achieve clinical remission. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo, and the effects will be monitored over the course of 12 weeks. There is also the option to enter an exploratory long-term treatment period for up to 52 weeks total.
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From 2022 Phase 1 trial • 32 Patients • NCT04987333Trial Design
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- I have been diagnosed with a type of inflammatory bowel disease.I haven't undergone apheresis within the last 2 weeks.I am currently on, or have recently been on, specific medications.My ulcerative colitis was diagnosed over 3 months ago, confirmed by tests and a biopsy report.I have severe colon issues, including toxic megacolon or blockages.I am between 18 and 79 years old.I have tried at least one treatment for my condition without success or could not tolerate it.I have had or might need major surgery for ulcerative colitis during the study.I have had a colonoscopy within the last year.My ulcerative colitis is moderate to severe, with a Mayo score of 5-9 and an endoscopy score of 2 or more.
- Group 1: Arm B: Efavaleukin alfa
- Group 2: Arm C: Efavaleukin alfa
- Group 3: Arm A: Efavaleukin alfa
- Group 4: Arm D: Placebo
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the history of research surrounding Efavaleukin alfa?
"Efavaleukin alfa was first studied in 2021 at the University Multiprofile Hospital for Active Treatment Sveti Ivan Rilski EAD. A total of 18,291 trials have been completed to date, with 2 ongoing studies. The majority of these clinical trials take place in Kissimmee, Florida."
Would this treatment be appropriate for patients who are over the age of 40?
"The target population for this clinical trial are individuals who are 80 years old or younger and have already celebrated their 18th birthday."
Could you give me the total amount of people who have signed up for this research project?
"That is accurate. The most recent update on clinicaltrials.gov shows that this research project is still looking for volunteers. Originally posted on 1/31/2022, the study requires 320 participants and so far 30 locations have been approved."
Can you please tell me how many places this research is being conducted?
"In addition to IHS Health Research in Kissimmee, Florida, Clinical Research Institute of Michigan (CRIM) in Troy, Michigan, and ANRC Research in El Paso, Texas; this clinical trial is also taking place at 30 other locations."
Is this a groundbreaking clinical trial?
"Efavaleukin alfa has been under scientific scrutiny since early last year. After the first official trial in 2021, which was funded by Amgen and had 320 participants, Efavaleukin alfa received Phase 2 drug approval. As of now, there are two ongoing studies involving Efavaleukin alfa with test subjects in 28 countries and 126 cities."
Are there any slots still available for participants in this trial?
"The clinicaltrials.gov website provides evidence that this study is still recruiting patients; the listing was first posted on January 31st, 2022 and updated as recently as November 2nd, 2022."
What have been the findings regarding Efavaleukin alfa's safety profile?
"Efavaleukin alfa's score of 2 indicates that, while there is no data currently supporting its efficacy, Phase 2 trials have shown that it is a safe medication."
If I am willing, can I take part in this research?
"Candidates for this ulcer clinical trial must be between 18 and 80 years old. Around 320 total people are needed for the study."
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