Clinical trials
Lupus Erythematosus clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus erythematosus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 252 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07000916Recruiting
Follow-up study for new arthritis in kids and young adults
This study follows children and young adults newly diagnosed with certain types of arthritis or related conditions to learn more about their health over time. It may help doctors better understand how these diseases progress and how treatments work.
BrusselsAges 2–50 - NCT06987565RecruitingPhase 2
Nerve stimulation device for lupus pain
This trial tests whether a non-invasive nerve stimulation device worn on the ear can help reduce pain and inflammation in people with lupus. It may be an option if you have moderate to severe muscle or joint pain and are not on certain medications that were recently started.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06978647RecruitingPhase 1
YTS109 cell therapy for stubborn autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus that have not improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control disease activity.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06941129RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for resistant autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new type of immune therapy called CAR T-cells that target two markers on your B cells (CD19 and BCMA). It is for people with certain autoimmune diseases that have not improved or have come back after standard treatments. The goal is to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
TianjinAges 18 years+ - NCT06892145RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for tough systemic lupus
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell treatment for adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that hasn't improved with standard therapies. It aims to see if targeting CD19 cells can calm the disease.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06897930RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new drug for adults with lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called AZD0120 in adults with lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The goal is to see if it's safe and works well for people with lupus-related organ problems.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06888973Enrolling by invitationPhase 1/Phase 2
Stem cell infusion for autoimmune diseases
This clinical trial is testing if infusions of special stem cells (called mesenchymal stem cells) can help people with certain autoimmune diseases where standard treatments have not worked well enough. It is an early-phase study in Pakistan for adults (and some children for one condition) with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, systemic sclerosis, ankylosing spondylitis, or dermatomyositis/polymyositis.
RawalpindiAges 18–50 - NCT06888960RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing CC312 for people with autoimmune diseases
This early-phase study tests a new drug called CC312 in patients with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, myositis, scleroderma, rheumatoid arthritis, immune thrombocytopenia, or autoimmune hemolytic anemia. The goal is to see if it's safe and how the body handles it.
Tianjin, ChinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06880653Recruiting
Exercise dose study for arthritis pain
This study looks at how different amounts of exercise affect arthritis symptoms. If you have arthritis or a related condition, you may be asked to try a specific weekly exercise goal to see if it helps your pain and mobility.
Columbia, South CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06842316Recruiting
Study on cannabis-like compounds for inflammatory arthritis
This trial tests whether plant-based compounds similar to cannabis (called phytocannabinoids) can help calm inflammation and improve immune function in people with certain types of arthritis or autoimmune diseases like lupus or Sjögren's disease. It aims to offer a new way to treat these conditions without the 'high' of marijuana.
OrléansAges 18 years+ - NCT06801119RecruitingPhase 1
HN2301 for autoimmune diseases study
This trial tests a new mRNA treatment called HN2301 for people with autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, or rheumatoid arthritis. It aims to see if the treatment is safe and helps control the disease.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–69 - NCT06795893Recruiting
Anifrolumab pregnancy outcomes study
This study collects information on pregnancy outcomes in women who took the drug anifrolumab during pregnancy or within 16 weeks before conception. It helps researchers understand how the drug may affect pregnancy and the baby.
SödertäljeAges Any age - NCT06249438RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy (C-CAR168) for people with several autoimmune diseases that have not responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can control the disease when other medicines have failed.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06711146RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for active lupus
This study tests a new treatment using a type of immune cell therapy (CAR T-cells) for people with moderate to severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that has not responded well to standard treatments. The therapy aims to reset the immune system to reduce lupus activity.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06659029Recruiting
Study on pregnancy outcomes in lupus patients using anifrolumab
This study tracks the health of pregnant women with moderate to severe lupus who have been treated with anifrolumab, compared to those treated with other lupus medications. It aims to understand how these treatments affect both mother and baby.
Wilmington, North CarolinaAges Any age - NCT06647069RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for lupus and rheumatoid arthritis
This study tests an investigational drug called SAR448501/DR-0201 in people with active lupus or rheumatoid arthritis who have not responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps control disease activity.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–75 - NCT06614270Recruiting
CAR-NK cell therapy for severe autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy using modified natural killer cells (CAR-NK) that target a protein called CD19 and produce helpful signals (IL-10 and IL-15). It is for people with certain autoimmune diseases that have not improved with standard treatments or have come back after getting better.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT06594068RecruitingPhase 4
Anifrolumab in breastfeeding mothers with lupus
This study is looking at how the lupus medicine anifrolumab passes into breast milk and affects mothers and their babies. It is for women who are already taking anifrolumab for lupus and are breastfeeding a baby born at 32 weeks or later.
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18–130 - NCT06570798RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Two Drugs for Lupus and Rheumatoid Arthritis
This trial tests two study drugs, inebilizumab and blinatumomab, for people with lupus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It focuses on those with active disease, especially lupus-related kidney problems.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06465147RecruitingPhase 1
Cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus (REACT-01)
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR T-cells) to see if it can stop the immune system from attacking the body in severe lupus. It’s for people ages 2–30 whose lupus is not controlled by other treatments and who are willing to be treated at Seattle Children’s Hospital.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 2–30 - NCT06426316Recruiting
Immune cells and migraines study
This study looks at how certain immune cells and inflammatory chemicals relate to migraines. If you have migraines or an autoimmune condition (like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or Crohn's disease), you may be able to participate. The goal is to understand what causes migraines.
Clermont-Ferrand, AURAAges 18–50 - NCT06347718RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Car-T cells for autoimmune disease
This study tests a type of immunotherapy called CAR-T cells for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, scleroderma, or myositis. It aims to see if this treatment can help when standard medicines haven't worked well enough.
Erlangen, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06208514Recruiting
Brief Pain Exposure Therapy for chronic pain conditions
This study tests a type of talk therapy called Brief Pain Exposure Therapy (BPET) for people with certain chronic pain conditions like fibromyalgia, lupus, or chronic low back pain. It aims to help reduce pain by changing how your brain responds to it.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06189157RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing MB-CART19.1 therapy for severe lupus
This trial tests a new type of treatment called CAR T-cell therapy (MB-CART19.1) for people with severe lupus that has not responded to other treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control lupus and improve organ function.
ErlangenAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus erythematosus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 252 recruiting lupus erythematosus 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 lupus erythematosus 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 lupus erythematosus 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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