Study Summary
This trial is testing a new cream to see if it helps kids with plaque psoriasis.
- Plaque Psoriasis
Treatment Effectiveness
Effectiveness Progress
Study Objectives
5 Primary · 3 Secondary · Reporting Duration: Week 4 and Week 12
Trial Safety
Safety Progress
Side Effects for
Trial Design
1 Treatment Group
Open Label
1 of 1
Experimental Treatment
100 Total Participants · 1 Treatment Group
Primary Treatment: tapinarof cream, 1% · No Placebo Group · Phase 3
Trial Logistics
Trial Timeline
Who is running the clinical trial?
Eligibility Criteria
Age 2 - 17 · All Participants · 6 Total Inclusion Criteria
Mark “Yes” if the following statements are true for you:Who else is applying?
How old are they?
18 - 65 | 100.0% |
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria | 50.0% |
Did not meet criteria | 50.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there any restrictions on where this clinical trial can be accessed?
"This study is looking for participants from 11 different locations, which are listed on the website. If you are considering participating, it might be helpful to choose a site that is close to your home to avoid extra travel." - Anonymous Online Contributor
At what age does this trial cutoff for participants?
"According to the study's inclusion criteria, patients between the ages of 2 and 17 are eligible to participate. There are a total of 36 trials for people under 18 and 159 for people over 65." - Anonymous Online Contributor
How many people are being selected to participate in this research?
"Yes, the information on clinicaltrials.gov says that this trial is currently searching for candidates. The study was originally posted on December 2nd, 2021 and was most recently edited on February 23rd, 2022. The trial is looking for 100 participants at 11 sites." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are the results of this study on tapinarof cream, 1% in line with previous research?
"5 clinical trials for tapinarof cream, 1% are currently active, with 4 of those being Phase 3 trials. Rogers, Arkansas is the location for many of the trials, but there are a total of 232 sites running trials for this cream." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are there any short or long-term risks associated with tapinarof cream, 1%?
"There is some evidence of efficacy and extensive safety data available, so our team at Power gave tapinarof cream, 1% a score of 3." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Which types of people would be able to join this research project?
"The aim of this study is to enrol 100 individuals with psoriasis aged 2-17. To be eligible, patients must: be male or female, have had the disease for 3 months or more, have plaque psoriasis covering 3% or more of their body, have a PGA score of 2 or more, not be pregnant, and use birth control if they are sexually active and of childbearing age." - Anonymous Online Contributor
Are new participants still being welcomed into this research project?
"Correct, the listed clinical trial on clinicaltrials.gov is actively recruiting patients. The posting date was December 2nd, 2021 and the most recent update was on February 23rd, 2022. They are looking for 100 patients that can visit one of the 11 locations." - Anonymous Online Contributor