Study on the Effectiveness of Povorcitinib for Adults with Nonsegmental Vitiligo

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What is this study about?

This clinical trial is focused on studying the effects of a medication called Povorcitinib in individuals with a skin condition known as vitiligo. Vitiligo is a condition where patches of skin lose their color, leading to lighter areas on the body. The study will specifically look at a type of vitiligo called nonsegmental vitiligo, which is the most common form and can appear on both sides of the body. Participants in the study will receive either Povorcitinib or a placebo, which is a substance with no active medication, to compare the effectiveness of the treatment.

The purpose of the study is to evaluate how well Povorcitinib works in improving the skin condition over a period of 52 weeks. Participants will take the medication in the form of a tablet by mouth. Throughout the study, researchers will monitor changes in the skin, particularly looking for improvements in the color of the skin on the face and body. The study aims to see if participants experience at least a 75% improvement in their skin condition by the end of the study period.

Participants will be involved in the study for about a year, during which they will have regular check-ups to assess their progress. The study will help determine if Povorcitinib is a safe and effective treatment option for people with nonsegmental vitiligo. This research could potentially lead to new treatment options for those affected by this skin condition.

1 joining the study

Upon joining the study, the participant will be required to sign a consent form, confirming understanding and willingness to participate.

The participant must be at least 18 years old and have a clinical diagnosis of nonsegmental vitiligo.

2 discontinuation of current treatments

The participant must stop using any treatments or procedures for vitiligo from the start of the study until the final safety follow-up visit.

3 medication administration

The participant will receive either Povorcitinib or a placebo in the form of a tablet, taken orally.

The treatment will last for 52 weeks.

4 regular assessments

Throughout the study, the participant will undergo regular assessments to monitor the progress of the treatment.

These assessments will include photography to document changes in vitiligo.

5 evaluation of treatment effectiveness

The main goal is to evaluate the effectiveness of Povorcitinib compared to the placebo after 52 weeks.

The primary measure of success is achieving at least a 75% improvement in the Face Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (F-VASI75).

6 secondary evaluations

Secondary evaluations include changes in the Total Body Vitiligo Area Scoring Index (T-VASI) and the Vitiligo Noticeability Scale (VNS).

These evaluations will also occur at the 52-week mark.

Who Can Join the Study?

  • Ability to understand and willingness to sign a written consent form for the study.
  • Must be at least 18 years old at the time of giving consent.
  • Have a clinical diagnosis of nonsegmental vitiligo, which is a type of skin condition that causes loss of skin color in patches.
  • Agree to stop using all treatments for vitiligo from the start of the study until the final safety follow-up visit.
  • Willingness to avoid becoming pregnant or fathering children during the study, following specific guidelines.
  • Willing and able to follow the study rules and procedures, including having photographs taken as part of the study.

Who Cannot Join the Study?

  • Participants with any other skin condition that might interfere with the study.
  • Individuals who have used certain medications that could affect the study results.
  • People with a history of severe allergic reactions to similar treatments.
  • Participants with any serious health conditions that could make the study unsafe for them.
  • Individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • People who have participated in another clinical trial recently.
  • Participants who are unable to follow the study procedures or attend the required visits.

Where you can join this trial?

Verified and Recommended Sites

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Verified Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Dermedic Jacek Zdybski Ostrowiec Swietokrzyski Poland
Centre Hospitalier Universitaire De Bordeaux Bordeaux France
Oncopole Claudius Regaud Toulouse France
Hospital Universitario De Navarra Pamplona Spain
DermoDent Centrum Medyczne Aldona Czajkowska Rafal Czajkowski s.c. Osielsko Poland
Université Libre de Bruxelles – Hôpital Erasme Brussels Belgium

Other Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Centre hospitalier universitaire de Liege Liege Belgium
Universitair Ziekenhuis Gent Gent Belgium
Beldio Research GmbH Memmingen Germany
Derma-Study-Center Friedrichshafen GmbH Friedrichshafen Germany
Carpe Diem Centrum Medycyny Estetycznej Warsaw Poland
Etg Neuroscience Sp. z o.o. Warsaw Poland
Universitaetsklinikum Erlangen AöR Erlangen Germany
Hospital Clinic De Barcelona Barcelona Spain
Synexus Polska Sp. z o.o. Poznan Poland
Bravis Ziekenhuis Roosendaal The Netherlands
Hopital Beaujon Clichy France
Polyclinique Courlancy-Bezannes Reims France
Cwnuvateu Uhuylhqrztprgx Swxibdydz Woluwe-Saint-Lambert Belgium
Duxszpmtsg Magmexa Demttpkwihy Cygvuk Du Ne Msup Eiwgb Gifkgw Chorzow Poland
Peipyxwyakx Elhmwjimvksm Wroclaw Poland
Ajdyuohiy Usg Amsterdam The Netherlands
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Gkwzuo Uddoccbpsa Fkhdcqhxb Frankfurt Germany
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Dbmbayrbxdem Qmtfw Mainz Germany
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Trial status

Country Status Recruitment Start
Belgium Belgium
Not recruiting
11.03.2024
France France
Not recruiting
11.03.2024
Germany Germany
Not recruiting
11.03.2024
Poland Poland
Not recruiting
11.03.2024
Spain Spain
Not recruiting
11.03.2024
The Netherlands The Netherlands
Not recruiting
11.03.2024

Trial locations

Investigated drugs:

Povorcitinib is a medication being studied for its effectiveness in treating nonsegmental vitiligo, a condition that causes loss of skin color in patches. The trial aims to determine how well this medication works over a 52-week period. Participants in the study receive this medication to see if it can help improve their skin condition by restoring color to the affected areas.

Investigated diseases:

Vitiligo – Vitiligo is a skin condition characterized by the loss of pigment, resulting in white patches on various parts of the body. It occurs when the cells responsible for skin color, called melanocytes, are destroyed. The progression of vitiligo can vary; some people may experience slow and gradual spreading of the patches, while others might see rapid changes. The condition can affect any skin area, including the face, hands, and feet, and may also impact hair and the inside of the mouth. The exact cause of vitiligo is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve genetic, autoimmune, and environmental factors. It is not contagious and does not cause physical discomfort, but it can have significant psychological and social effects.

Trial ID:
2023-505782-86-00
Protocol code:
INCB 54707-303
Trial Phase:
Therapeutic confirmatory (Phase III)

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