Clinical trials
Lupus Erythematosus clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus erythematosus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 260 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05443516Recruiting
Blood and urine markers in active lupus kidney disease
This study looks at blood and urine markers that may show how active lupus kidney disease is and how it changes over time. It may help doctors better monitor people with active lupus-related kidney inflammation.
BrusselsAges 18–70 - NCT06943937RecruitingPhase 1
Cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (YTS109 cells) for people with severe lupus that hasn't been controlled by standard treatments. The goal is to see if these cells can help calm the immune system and improve lupus symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07236762RecruitingPhase 1
YTS109 cell therapy for severe autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with severe autoimmune diseases like lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, systemic sclerosis, inflammatory myopathy, vasculitis, and antiphospholipid syndrome. It's for those whose disease hasn't improved with standard treatments.
BengbuAges 18–65 - NCT07038447Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
KITE-363 for refractory autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called KITE-363 for people with certain autoimmune diseases (lupus, lupus nephritis, systemic sclerosis, or idiopathic inflammatory myopathy) that haven't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can help control the disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07201129RecruitingPhase 3
Cenerimod for Active Lupus Nephritis
This trial tests if an investigational drug called cenerimod can safely and effectively treat active lupus nephritis when added to your regular lupus medications. It's for people with recent kidney biopsy showing active lupus kidney disease and high protein in urine.
Doral, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT07053800RecruitingPhase 2
Obe-cel for severe lupus with kidney inflammation
This trial tests a new cell therapy called obe-cel in people ages 12 to 65 with severe systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) that has not responded to other treatments and has caused active lupus nephritis (kidney disease). The goal is to see if obe-cel can reduce lupus activity and improve kidney health.
New York, New YorkAges 12–65 - NCT07340463RecruitingPhase 2
Biologics vs standard therapy for lupus kidney disease
This trial tests two biologic drugs (belimumab or telitacicept) compared to a standard treatment (mycophenolate mofetil) for people with active lupus nephritis. The goal is to see if biologics work better at controlling kidney inflammation over 6 months.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 14–65 - NCT07136389RecruitingPhase 1
Testing 2 drugs for active lupus skin disease
This trial tests two new drugs, BCD-256-1 and divozilimab, for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have active skin symptoms not controlled by current treatments. The goal is to see if they are safe and how the body processes them.
Saint PetersburgAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT06308978RecruitingPhase 1
Study of FT819 for B-cell autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy, FT819, for people with certain autoimmune diseases like lupus, vasculitis, myositis, or scleroderma that haven't improved with at least two previous treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control the disease.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 12–70 - NCT07104721RecruitingPhase 1
YTS109 cell therapy for severe autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with severe autoimmune diseases that have not responded to standard treatments. The goal is to see if it can reset the immune system and reduce disease activity in conditions like lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, and others.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT07123519RecruitingPhase 1
YTS109 cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy called YTS109 for people with certain severe autoimmune diseases that have not responded to standard treatments, such as lupus, Sjögren's syndrome, systemic sclerosis, inflammatory myopathy, vasculitis, and antiphospholipid syndrome. The goal is to see if it can safely reduce disease activity.
TianjinAges 18–65 - NCT07225543RecruitingPhase 2
Study of 2-HOBA for women with lupus
This trial tests whether a natural compound called 2-HOBA can help women with lupus who also have mildly high blood pressure. It aims to improve blood vessel health and reduce inflammation.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07348055RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A study of GR1803 for lupus
This trial tests a new drug called GR1803 for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation. It may help reduce disease activity when standard treatments haven't worked well enough.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–60 - NCT03673748RecruitingPhase 2
Mesenchymal stem cell treatment for lupus kidney inflammation
This trial tests whether donated (allogeneic) stem cells can improve lupus nephritis, a kidney complication of lupus. It is for adults whose lupus kidney disease has not responded well to standard treatments or has come back, and it requires signs of active disease.
Valladolid, ValladolidAges 18 years+ - NCT07564596RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
A Study of Budoprutug for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
This trial tests budoprutug, an experimental drug, to see if it helps people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) whose disease is not well controlled by current treatments. The drug targets immune cells that may be driving the disease.
Mianyang, SichuanAges 18–65 - 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+ - NCT06713187Recruiting
Interleukin-23 study in lupus and lung disease
This trial looks at a protein called interleukin-23 in people with lupus, especially those who also have lung inflammation (interstitial lung disease). The goal is to understand more about this protein's role and possibly find new ways to help.
SohagAges 18–60 - NCT05559671RecruitingPhase 4
Shingles vaccine safety study for people with lupus
This Phase 4 study checks how safe a shingles vaccine (Shingrix, a non-live vaccine) is for adults with lupus. You might be invited if you have lupus and haven’t had certain shingles or chickenpox-related vaccines recently, and if your lupus symptoms and immune health meet the study rules.
New York, New YorkAges 18–90 - NCT05859191Recruiting
Study of immune cell markers in people with lupus
This study looks at how certain immune cells (natural killer T cells) behave in people with systemic lupus, by measuring specific immune receptor markers in blood. It may help researchers better understand lupus and how it can connect with other conditions like antiphospholipid syndrome or Sjögren’s.
ToursAges 18 years+ - NCT06458075Recruiting
Improving communication and medication adherence in lupus
This study tests whether helping lupus patients and their doctors communicate better leads to taking medications more consistently. Participants will have their doctor visits recorded and use a phone app to track their medicines.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–90 - NCT06593041Recruiting
Platelets in lupus and other autoimmune diseases
This study looks at how platelets (small blood cells that help with clotting) might play a role in autoimmune diseases like lupus. By understanding this, researchers hope to find new ways to treat these conditions.
Strasbourg, FranceAges 18–70 - NCT06710717RecruitingPhase 1
CD19 CAR T-cells for severe lupus
This early-phase trial tests whether a patient's own immune cells (T-cells) that are modified to target a protein called CD19 can help people with severe lupus that hasn't improved with other treatments. The goal is to reduce lupus activity and possibly achieve remission.
Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala LumpurAges 18–65 - NCT07425730Recruiting
Heart problems in childhood lupus study
This study looks at early heart function problems in children with lupus to find those at risk for severe disease. It may help doctors identify and treat severe lupus sooner.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 7–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus erythematosus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 260 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.