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Study on the Safety and Effectiveness of ESK-001 for Adults with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

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What is this study about?

This clinical trial is focused on studying the disease known as Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), which is an autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. The treatment being tested in this study is a medication called ESK-001, which is taken in the form of a tablet. The study will also use a placebo tablet for comparison purposes.

The purpose of the study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of different doses of ESK-001 in adults with SLE. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo. The study will be conducted over a period of 48 weeks, during which the effects of the medication on the disease activity will be monitored. The study will also assess how well the medication is tolerated by the participants.

Throughout the study, participants will undergo regular check-ups to monitor their health and any changes in their condition. This will include physical examinations, blood tests, and other assessments to ensure the safety of the participants and to gather data on the medication’s impact on SLE. The information collected will help determine the potential benefits and risks of ESK-001 for treating Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

1 joining the study

Upon joining the study, you will be asked to provide written informed consent. This means you agree to participate and understand the study requirements.

You must be between 18 and 70 years old, have a body mass index between 18 and 40, and weigh more than 40 kg (88 lbs).

You should have been diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) at least 6 months before the study and meet specific criteria for this condition.

2 initial assessments

Initial assessments will include a review of your medical history and a physical examination.

You will undergo tests such as blood tests and possibly an electrocardiogram (ECG) to check your heart’s activity.

3 medication administration

You will be randomly assigned to receive either the study medication, ESK-001, or a placebo. A placebo is a tablet that looks like the medication but does not contain the active substance.

The medication is taken orally in the form of a tablet. The dosage and frequency will be determined by the study protocol.

4 ongoing monitoring

Throughout the study, you will have regular visits to monitor your health and the effects of the medication.

These visits will include physical exams, blood tests, and other assessments to ensure your safety and to evaluate the medication’s effectiveness.

5 completion of the study

The study is expected to last until March 31, 2027. Your participation will continue until the study’s end or until you decide to withdraw.

At the end of the study, a final assessment will be conducted to gather comprehensive data on your health and the study’s outcomes.

Who Can Join the Study?

  • Able and willing to provide written informed consent, which means you agree to participate in the study and follow all the study rules.
  • Must be a male or female between the ages of 18 and 70 years old.
  • Have a body mass index (BMI) between 18 and 40 kg/m2 and weigh more than 40 kg (88 lbs).
  • Have good veins for taking blood samples.
  • Diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) for at least 6 months before joining the study. SLE is a condition where the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues.
  • Have a Clinical SLEDAI-2K score of 4 or more points, which is a way to measure the activity of lupus, with skin involvement before starting the study treatment.
  • Currently taking at least one of the following treatments:
    • A stable dose of oral corticosteroid, which is a type of medication used to reduce inflammation.
    • Antimalarial treatment, such as hydroxychloroquine, chloroquine, or quinacrine, which are medications sometimes used to treat lupus.
    • No more than one conventional DMARD, which stands for disease-modifying antirheumatic drug, a type of medication used to treat autoimmune diseases.
  • For women who can have children, a negative pregnancy test is required at the start of the study.

Who Cannot Join the Study?

  • Patients with a history of severe allergic reactions to any of the ingredients in the study medication cannot participate.
  • Patients who are currently pregnant or breastfeeding are not eligible for the study.
  • Individuals with a history of drug or alcohol abuse in the past year are excluded.
  • Patients who have received any other investigational drug within the last 30 days cannot join the study.
  • Individuals with any other significant medical condition that might interfere with the study results are not eligible.
  • Patients who have had a major surgery within the last 3 months are excluded.
  • Individuals with active infections that require treatment with antibiotics are not eligible.
  • Patients with a history of cancer, except for certain types of skin cancer, are excluded.
  • Individuals who have been diagnosed with a mental health disorder that is not well controlled are not eligible.
  • Patients who are unable to comply with the study procedures and visits are excluded.

Where you can join this trial?

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Verified Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Krakowskie Centrum Medyczne Sp. z o.o. Cracow Poland
Center For Pediatric And Adolescent Medicine Of The Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Mainz Germany
Universitaet Leipzig Leipzig Germany
Futuremeds Sp. z o.o. Wroclaw Poland

Other Sites

Site Name City Country Status
Narodowy Instytut Geriatrii Reumatologii I Rehabilitacji Im Prof. Dr Hab. Med. Eleonory Reicher Warsaw Poland
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Szpital Uniwersytecki Nr 2 Im Dr Jana Biziela W Bydgoszczy Bydgoszcz Poland
Hospital Universitario Virgen De Valme Sevilla Spain
Centrum Medyczne Plejady Magdalena Celinska Loewenhoff Michal Zolnowski sp.k. Cracow Poland
Hightech Medical Services S.R.L. Bucharest Romania
Medical Center Excelsior OOD Sofia Bulgaria
Region Midtjylland Aarhus Denmark
KBC Split Split Croatia
Bekes Varmegyei Koezponti Korhaz Gyula Hungary
Nova Reuma Domyslawska I Rusilowicz Lekarza Reumatologa I Fizjoterapeuty sp.p. Bialystok Poland
Klinikum Bad Bramstedt GmbH Bad Bramstedt Germany
University Of Debrecen Debrecen Hungary
Zealand University Hospital Koege Denmark
NZOZ Lecznica Mak Med s.c. Nadarzyn Poland
Medius Klinik Kirchheim Kirchheim Unter Teck Germany
Non-public Health Care Center BIF MED Bytom Poland
Private Medical Practice of Prof. UM Pawel Hrycaj Poznan Poland
INTER CLINIC Piotr Adrian Klimiuk Bialystok Poland
Cueueng Mvtihnza Pqjini Cdqmdvoynxs Czestochowa Poland
Krhgqukt bmdpzhbu cozgws Rfszkw (gggarwck Hvdkbyyd Cunqma Riekvog Rijeka Croatia
Ucuycwtwfq Hlltwwkc Crttavh Cologne Germany
Mnvvpjkd Mjiqixy Amjehby Pleven Bulgaria
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Trial status

Country Status Recruitment Start
Bulgaria Bulgaria
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Croatia Croatia
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Denmark Denmark
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Germany Germany
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Hungary Hungary
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Poland Poland
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Romania Romania
Not recruiting
30.09.2023
Spain Spain
Not recruiting
30.09.2023

Trial locations

Investigated drugs:

ESK-001 is a medication being studied for its potential to help people with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, a condition where the immune system attacks the body’s own tissues. This medication is being tested to see if it can reduce the activity of the disease, which means it might help lessen the symptoms and improve the quality of life for patients. The study is also looking at how safe the medication is and how well people can tolerate it when they take it. Researchers are trying to find out if ESK-001 can make a significant difference in managing the disease compared to not taking it.

Investigated diseases:

Systemic lupus erythematosus – Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in the body. It can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, brain, and other organs. The disease often presents with symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain, skin rashes, and fever. Over time, it can lead to inflammation and damage in the affected organs. The progression of the disease can vary greatly among individuals, with periods of flares and remissions. The exact cause of systemic lupus erythematosus is not fully understood, but it is believed to involve a combination of genetic, environmental, and hormonal factors.

Trial ID:
2022-502105-15-00
Protocol code:
ESK-001-010
Trial Phase:
Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II)

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