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Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitor

Tofacitinib for Immune Skin Conditions in Down Syndrome

Phase 2

Recruiting

Led By Joaquin Espinosa, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of Colorado, Denver

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Moderate-to-severe hidradenitis suppurativa

Moderate-to-severe vitiligo.

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up up to week 18

Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial tests if a drug that blocks interferon signaling is safe and effective in people with Down syndrome and an autoimmune or autoinflammatory skin condition.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adolescents and adults with Down syndrome, aged 12-50 years, weighing at least 40 kg, who have moderate-to-severe immune skin conditions like psoriasis or eczema. Participants must avoid pregnancy or fathering children and need a study partner or legal guardian to assist with the study.Check my eligibility

What is being tested?

The trial tests Tofacitinib's safety and effectiveness in improving skin conditions associated with increased interferon signaling in individuals with Down syndrome. It also examines the drug's impact on molecular markers, cognitive abilities, and quality of life.See study design

What are the potential side effects?

Potential side effects of Tofacitinib may include infections due to weakened immune response, digestive issues, headaches, respiratory tract infections, high blood pressure, and increases in cholesterol levels.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I have moderate-to-severe skin condition with painful lumps.

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I have moderate to severe vitiligo.

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I have moderate-to-severe eczema.

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I have lost at least 25% of my hair.

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I am between 12 and 50 years old, have Down syndrome, and weigh at least 40 kg.

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I have moderate to severe psoriasis.

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I am between 12 and 50 years old, have Down syndrome, and weigh at least 40 kg.

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I have a severe skin condition like eczema, psoriasis, or vitiligo.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ up to week 18

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~up to week 18

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to week 18 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary outcome measures

Change in Interferon (IFN) Scores in the Transcriptome of White Blood Cells

Safety as Assessed by Number of Serious Adverse Events (SAE)

Secondary outcome measures

A composite score generated using the Meso Scale Discovery (MSD) platform used to assess inflammatory changes in plasma.

Change in Dermatology Life Quality Index (DLQI)

Change in Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI) Score in Participants with Atopic Dermatitis

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Side effects data

From 2017 Phase 3 trial • 209 Patients • NCT02281552

12%

Nasopharyngitis

Anaemia

Interstitial lung disease

Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia

Pneumonia bacterial

Pneumonia

100%

80%

60%

40%

20%

Study treatment Arm

Tofacitinib Immediate Release (IR)

Tofacitinib Modified Release (MR)

Trial Design

1Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: On TreatmentExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

Tofacitinib 5mg oral tablets twice daily for 16 weeks

Treatment

First Studied

Drug Approval Stage

How many patients have taken this drug

Tofacitinib

2018

Completed Phase 3

~39970

0 / 8Eligibility criteria met

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of Colorado, DenverLead Sponsor

1,732 Previous Clinical Trials

2,143,536 Total Patients Enrolled

8 Trials studying Down Syndrome

3,571 Patients Enrolled for Down Syndrome

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)NIH

483 Previous Clinical Trials

1,086,893 Total Patients Enrolled

Joaquin Espinosa, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorLinda Crnic Institute, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

4 Previous Clinical Trials

2,566 Total Patients Enrolled

2 Trials studying Down Syndrome

2,566 Patients Enrolled for Down Syndrome

Media Library

Tofacitinib (Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04246372 — Phase 2

Down Syndrome Research Study Groups: On Treatment

Down Syndrome Clinical Trial 2023: Tofacitinib Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04246372 — Phase 2

Tofacitinib (Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04246372 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Have prior studies been conducted on the efficacy of Tofacitinib?

"Tofacitinib is being explored in 34 different clinical studies, with 7 of those trials currently at Phase 3. Although the majority are based out of Shanghai, there are 662 sites conducting research on this medication worldwide."

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What is the desired outcome of this research endeavor?

"The fundamental objective of this 18 week study is to gauge any alterations in interferon scores within white blood cells. Secondary endpoints include changes in Psoriasis Area and Severity Index (PASI) Score, Eczema Area and Severity Index (EASI), as well as Modified Sartorius Score (MSS). PASI scoring quantifies the area and severity of psoriasis based on parameters like erythema, induration, desquamation; while EASI utilizes 4 measurements such as erythema, infiltration, excoriations and lichenification for assessing eczema's"

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How many enrollees are being accepted for this medical experiment?

"Correct. Data on clinicaltrials.gov verifies that this research endeavour, which was initially listed on October 21st 2020, is actively recruiting patients. Approximately 47 individuals need to be enrolled from 1 centre."

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Is this clinical research actively seeking participants?

"Indeed, records from clinicaltrials.gov disclose that the trial is currently recruiting participants. It was published on October 21st 2020 and underwent its most recent update on July 27th 2022; 47 people are needed for this study across 1 clinic location."

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Is Tofacitinib a risk-free treatment option for patients?

"Tofacitinib has been evaluated in Phase 2 trials and is thought to be reasonably safe, so it earned a rating of 2. No clinical data currently exists demonstrating efficacy however."

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Is this research study accessible to individuals aged forty and above?

"According to the enrollment guidelines, prospective patients should be between 12 and 50 years of age. There are 530 trials for those under 18 while 1448 studies have been developed with seniors in mind."

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Am I eligible to join the experiment?

"Patients with hidradenitis suppurativa are being recruited for this trial if they fall in the 12 to 50 year age range. Currently, 47 participants have been accepted into the study."

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What primary applications is Tofacitinib employed for?

"Tofacitinib is primarily prescribed for children suffering from juvenile arthritis. Additionally, it can be a useful treatment option in cases where patients are intolerant to methotrexate and have not responded well enough to traditional therapies."

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