Clinical trials
Cutaneous Lupus clinical trials
Below are recruiting cutaneous lupus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 21 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07260877RecruitingPhase 2
Testing VENT-03 for active skin lupus with or without systemic lupus
This study tests an experimental medicine called VENT-03 to see if it can improve skin lupus symptoms in adults. It compares VENT-03 against a placebo (a pill with no active drug) and includes a longer-term option where everyone can get the real drug. The goal is to find a new treatment for people whose lupus affects their skin.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06044337Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety study of litifilimab for skin lupus
This study is a long-term follow-up for people who already completed a 52-week study of the study drug litifilimab for active skin lupus. It will check the safety of continued treatment and see if it keeps helping symptoms.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07694336RecruitingPhase 2
Quinacrine for skin lupus
This study tests if quinacrine, an oral drug, improves skin rashes caused by lupus. You may be eligible if you have a type of skin lupus called SCLE or DLE that hasn't improved with standard treatments like steroids or hydroxychloroquine.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT01510067Recruiting
Study of skin lupus types and how severe they are
This study looks at adults with cutaneous lupus (skin lupus) and/or systemic lupus (a whole-body autoimmune condition) to understand how common it is and how severe the skin symptoms become. It may help researchers better describe different skin lupus forms and their impact.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06661213Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Tapinarof cream for lupus skin lesions
This study tests if a cream called tapinarof can improve skin symptoms in people with chronic or subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). The goal is to see if it reduces redness, scaling, and thickness of active lesions.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT06927219Recruiting
Lupus registry for patients and caregivers
This study creates a registry for people with lupus and their families. It helps researchers learn more about lupus and improve care. You or your child can join if you have a lupus diagnosis.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges Any age - NCT07355218RecruitingPhase 3
Testing enpatoran for lupus skin problems
This trial tests an oral drug called enpatoran for people with lupus that causes skin rashes (like discoid or subacute cutaneous lupus). The goal is to see if the drug can improve these skin symptoms.
Upland, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07332481RecruitingPhase 3
Testing enpatoran for lupus affecting the skin
This trial tests if a drug called enpatoran can help people with lupus that causes skin rashes, like discoid lupus or subacute cutaneous lupus. It may be for those with or without systemic lupus.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06875960RecruitingPhase 4
Continuing deucravacitinib for people with lupus
This study lets people who have already finished a previous trial of deucravacitinib continue taking the medicine. It is for adults with lupus, including skin-only forms of the disease, to see if long-term treatment remains safe and helpful.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 18–75 - NCT07440537RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ICP-488 for active cutaneous lupus (skin lupus)
This trial tests an experimental drug called ICP-488 for people with active cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), a type of lupus that affects the skin. It aims to see if the drug can reduce skin inflammation and improve symptoms.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT00512694Recruiting
Duke lupus registry for people with lupus
This trial is a registry that follows people with lupus to help Duke researchers learn about the disease and care. You may be able to join if you’re seen by a Duke rheumatologist and can come to follow-up visits.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT03276923Recruiting
Pregnancy registry for women with autoimmune disease
This study is a pregnancy and health registry for women with autoimmune (immune system) conditions who are trying to become pregnant or are already pregnant. It helps researchers better understand pregnancy outcomes and health needs in autoimmune disease.
Durham, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT01266915Recruiting
Cutaneous lupus skin disease registry study
This study builds a registry (a protected medical record) of people with cutaneous lupus and/or systemic lupus that affects the skin. It gathers skin exam information and may include a skin biopsy and blood tests to better understand these conditions.
Dallas, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06625671RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
DB-2304 antibody injection for lupus skin disease (SLE/CLE)
This trial tests an experimental antibody injection (DB-2304) to see if it can improve lupus skin rashes and other lupus symptoms. It is for people with active lupus skin disease who have already tried standard treatments.
La Palma, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06599411Recruiting
Skin biomarkers for inflammatory disease treatment
This study looks for clues in your skin and blood that could predict how well you'll respond to treatments for conditions like eczema, psoriasis, or lupus. It aims to help doctors choose the best therapy for you.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07749651RecruitingPhase 1
Single-dose safety study of SHR-7012 in healthy adults
This study tests a single dose of a new drug called SHR-7012 in healthy volunteers to check if it is safe and how the body handles it. It is a first-in-human trial, so participants will be closely monitored.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–55 - NCT05928169Recruiting
Tracking how inflammatory skin conditions change over time
This study looks at what affects the “path” (trajectory) of long-lasting inflammatory skin conditions. It may help researchers understand why symptoms change and how treatments or factors influence those changes.
KielAges birth–80 years - NCT07072611RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Safety study of SOF-SKN cream in healthy volunteers
This study tests a cream called SOF-SKN on healthy people to see if it's safe and how the body handles it. It is a first-in-human trial, so if you join, you'll help researchers learn about the cream before testing it in patients.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–64 - NCT07455578RecruitingPhase 1
Study of S-4321 for people with autoimmune or immune diseases
This trial tests a new medicine, S-4321, for people with various autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, or lupus. It aims to see if the drug is safe and can help control the overactive immune system.
Charlestown, New South WalesAges 18–75 - NCT06708845RecruitingPhase 1
Zamto-cel cell therapy for autoimmune diseases
This early-phase trial tests a new cell therapy called Zamto-cel for people with lupus (with or without kidney inflammation) or systemic sclerosis (hardening of the skin and internal organs). It is for those whose condition has not improved enough after standard treatments.
Milwaukee, WisconsinAges 18 years+ - NCT06925542RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CTX112 for adults with autoimmune disease
This trial tests an experimental cell therapy called CTX112 for people with lupus, scleroderma, or inflammatory myositis that hasn't responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and if it can help control the disease.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for cutaneous lupus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 21 recruiting cutaneous lupus studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a cutaneous lupus trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a cutaneous lupus trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.