Study of GS-5718 in Participants With Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)
EU CTIS ID: 2022-501523-24-00
What this study is testing
To evaluate the efficacy of GS-5718 versus PTM in reducing skin disease activity for participants with CLE with or without SLE.
- Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II)
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- Either fulfill European League Against Rheumatism/American College of Rheumatology (EULAR/ACR) 2019 classification criteria for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and/or have biopsy confirmed Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE) at any time.
- Must have active CLE at screening and Day 1. Individuals with acute CLE (ACLE) must have involvement of 2 distinct body areas.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Disease Area and Severity Index activity - A (CLASI-A) score (excluding alopecia) of ≥ 8 and CLASI-A erythema score of ≥ 4 during screening and on Day 1. Individuals with SLE must have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Disease Activity Index 2000 (SLEDAI-2K) score of ≥ 4 at screening.
- Presence of at least 1 representative lupus skin lesion amenable to punch biopsy and individual willingness to undergo skin punch biopsy at 2 time points.
- Must have documented prior intolerance or inadequate response at any time (per investigator judgement) to protocol-specified treatments. - Topical corticosteroids or topical calcineurin inhibitors. - Oral corticosteroids. - Any other nonbiologic standard-of-care therapy, including, but not limited to: chloroquine, quinacrine, hydroxychloroquine, azathioprine, mycophenolate mofetil (MMF), leflunomide, dapsone, or methotrexate (MTX).
- Individuals willing to comply with all study visits and assessments. Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion criteria may apply.
You likely can't join if
- Individuals with only chilblains lupus, lupus panniculitis, lupus tumidus and/or localized acute CLE involving only 1 distinct body area at screening and Day 1.
- Have highly active SLE (including but not limited to lupus nephritis, neuropsychiatric SLE, and/or vasculitis).
- Presence of active skin conditions other than cutaneous lupus that may interfere with assessing lupus-specific skin lesion(s) (eg, psoriasis, and/or drug-induced lupus).
- Meet protocol-specified infection or lab criteria. - Any active infection that is clinically significant (per investigator judgment).
- Any history of clinically significant liver disease.
- Significant cardiovascular disease. Note: Other protocol defined Exclusion criteria may apply.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- United States
- Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 65+ years, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include United States; Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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