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
- NCT07260942Recruiting
Study of ferroptosis in lupus
This study looks at whether a type of cell death called ferroptosis plays a role in lupus. Participants with lupus or with rheumatoid arthritis or inflammatory bowel disease will be compared to understand more about how lupus works.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT07215663RecruitingPhase 1
Cizutamig for active lupus not helped by other treatments
This study tests a new biologic drug called cizutamig for people with active lupus (SLE) who haven't gotten enough help from standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce disease activity.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06010472RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Car-NK cell therapy for lupus
This trial tests a new immune cell therapy (CAR NK cells) for people with moderate to severe lupus that hasn't responded well to standard treatments. The therapy targets a protein called CD19 on certain immune cells to calm the overactive immune system.
ShanghaiAges 18–65 - NCT06920433RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Targeted cell therapy for tough lupus with kidney involvement
This early-phase trial tests a special immune cell therapy (UCAR T-cells) that targets two proteins (CD19 and BCMA) on the surface of lupus B cells. It is for people with difficult-to-treat lupus that affects the kidneys (lupus nephritis) who have not gotten better with standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT07010835RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of YK012 for moderate to severe lupus
This trial tests a new drug, YK012, for people with moderate to severe lupus. It aims to see if the drug can reduce disease activity and improve symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06340750RecruitingPhase 1
BAFF CAR-T cells for lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called BAFF CAR-T cells (LMY-920) for lupus that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments. It aims to see if these special immune cells can help calm the overactive immune system in lupus.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–65 - NCT06946485RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that target a protein called CD70 on immune cells. The goal is to see if it can help people with active lupus that has not improved with standard treatments.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06857214RecruitingPhase 1
GNC-038 antibody study for moderate to severe lupus
This trial tests a new antibody treatment, GNC-038, for people with moderate to severe lupus. It aims to see if it's safe and effective. You must have stable lupus treatment and active B cells in your blood.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06789107RecruitingPhase 1
Blinatumomab for severe childhood lupus
This trial tests a drug called blinatumomab for children with active lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this immunotherapy can help calm the immune system and reduce lupus activity.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5 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+ - NCT06617325RecruitingPhase 3
New drug for moderate to severe lupus
This study tests a new medicine called Dapirolizumab Pegol (given as an infusion) for people with moderate to severe lupus (SLE) that is not well controlled despite standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can reduce lupus activity and prevent flares.
Avondale, ArizonaAges 16 years+ - NCT06535412RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of IMC-002 for active lupus
This study tests a new medicine, IMC-002, for people with active lupus that hasn't been controlled by standard treatments. It aims to see if the drug can reduce lupus activity and improve symptoms.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT06518668Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
NKX019 cell therapy for lupus
This study tests a new therapy called NKX019, which uses specially engineered natural killer cells to target a protein on lupus cells. It is for people with moderate to severe lupus that has not responded to standard treatments, especially those with active kidney inflammation.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06400537RecruitingPhase 1
A-319 for active or tough-to-treat lupus (SLE)
This study tests a new drug called A-319 for people whose lupus (SLE) is active or hasn't improved with current treatments. The goal is to see if A-319 can help control lupus better.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–60 - NCT06232304Recruiting
Program for young people with childhood lupus
This study tests a program to help teenagers and young adults with childhood-onset lupus manage symptoms like fatigue, sadness, or pain. It aims to improve daily life and well-being.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–22 - NCT06032923RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Does vitamin B3 boost help lupus symptoms?
This study tests whether a form of vitamin B3, called nicotinamide riboside, can improve immune function and reduce inflammation in women with mild to moderate lupus. It may help understand if boosting NAD+ levels offers a new way to manage the disease.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT04976322Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term lupus treatment safety study with dapirolizumab
This Phase 3 study tests whether dapirolizumab pegol is safe and tolerable for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) when taken long-term. You may be offered a chance to stay on this medicine if the study team thinks you could benefit.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 16 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+ - NCT00001372Recruiting
Understanding Lupus: Research Study at NIH
This research study aims to better understand systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks its own tissues. Researchers will evaluate patients with lupus, study genetic factors, and perform optional imaging tests to learn how the disease affects blood vessels and the heart.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 3–120 - NCT06675422RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
JY231 injection for active lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called JY231 for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that is not well controlled with standard treatments. The goal is to see if JY231 can reduce lupus activity and improve symptoms.
Kunming, YunnanAges 14–75 - NCT07483346RecruitingPhase 1
Testing IASO-782 for systemic lupus erythematosus
This trial tests a new medicine called IASO-782 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It aims to see if the drug can help control lupus symptoms when added to standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–75 - NCT07432334RecruitingPhase 1
CAR T-cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a personalized treatment called CD19 CAR T-cell therapy for people with severe lupus that hasn't improved with standard treatments. It uses your own immune cells to target and destroy the faulty cells causing lupus symptoms.
HanoiAges 16–55 - NCT07409181RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an experimental pill for active lupus (SLE)
This study tests an experimental daily pill (BI 3000202) for people with active lupus (SLE) to see if it can reduce disease activity. It compares different doses against a placebo, and you must already be on stable lupus background treatment.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT07011043RecruitingPhase 1
Study of budoprutug for lupus
This trial tests an investigational drug called budoprutug for people with active systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that has not improved after at least two previous treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control lupus symptoms.
Allen, TexasAges 18–65
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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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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.