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This trial will test whether a new drug is safe and effective for people with a lung disease called sarcoidosis.
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- You were diagnosed with pulmonary sarcoidosis from a lung biopsy more than 1 year ago.You have been taking 5-15 mg of prednisone or a similar medication every day for at least 6 months before the screening.You have less than 20% fibrosis in your lungs, as confirmed by a special type of X-ray called HRCT.You have been taking methotrexate or azathioprine for more than 6 months before the screening.You can do a lung function test accurately following specific guidelines.You have had pancreatitis in the past.You have a type of lung problem called pulmonary hypertension that needs medicine to treat.If you have a heart condition called cardiac sarcoidosis that needs treatment, you cannot participate. If it's not active or stable and doesn't need treatment, you can join the study.You have been diagnosed with neurosarcoidosis.Your body mass index (BMI) must be between 18 and 46.You have severe difficulty breathing, rated as 3 or higher on the breathing difficulty scale.You have taken certain medications within the 12 weeks before screening.You cannot have a FDG-PET scan due to severe fear of enclosed spaces or uncontrolled diabetes.Your body mass index (BMI) must be between 18 and 46. You can calculate your BMI by dividing your weight in kilograms by the square of your height in meters.You have a history of heart electrical activity problems that could be risky for participating in the study.You have been diagnosed with Lofgren's syndrome.Your most recent chest x-ray taken within the last year or during screening shows specific stages of a lung condition called Scadding.You have been taking between 5 to 15 milligrams of prednisone or a similar medication every day for at least 6 months before being screened for the study.You have received treatment with rituximab, canakinumab, anakinra, or tocilizumab before.You are currently using any inhaled substances like tobacco, marijuana products, or vaping devices, except for prescribed inhalers or nebulizers for pulmonary sarcoidosis.Your lung function is less than half of what is expected for someone of your age and size.
- Group 1: Placebo
- Group 2: CMK389
- 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
How many applicants are currently being considered for inclusion in this trial?
"Affirmative. The information found on clinicaltrials.gov indicates that enrollment for this study is still open, having first been posted on September 23rd 2020 and most recently updated November 2nd 2022. 66 individuals need to be recruited from 11 different sites."
What are the qualifications essential to participate in this trial?
"Eligible individuals who hope to join this clinical trial must have a diagnosis of sarcoidosis and pulmonary, while also falling within the age bracket of 18 and 75. Sixty-six people will be accepted in total."
Is there still a possibility to join this exploration?
"This clinical trial is still open to applicants, as indicated by the information posted on clinicaltrials.gov. The study initially went up for review on September 23rd 2020 and was last modified November 2nd 2022."
Are individuals aged 50 and above being considered as participants in this clinical trial?
"This medical trial is searching for participants aged between 18 and 75."
How many centers are currently conducting this experiment?
"At the moment, this medical study is running at 11 sites. These include Philadelphia, Denver and Chicago in addition to 8 other cities. To avoid any unnecessary travel strains, it may be beneficial for participants to choose a site that's closest to them."
What hazards may be associated with CMK389 for individuals?
"CMK389's safety was graded at 2 on our scale, as this Phase 2 trial has amassed some data to support its secure usage yet lacks any evidence of efficacy."
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- Novartis Investigative Site: < 48 hours
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- < 2 Days
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