Clinical trials
Lupus or SLE clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus or sle clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 344 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04320680Recruiting
Study visits for adults with lupus in Brest, France
This study focuses on people aged 18 and older with lupus who attend a multi-team clinic visit in Brest, France. It mainly looks at whether you can participate in the multidisciplinary consultation and its related study procedures.
BrestAges 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+ - NCT05193591Recruiting
Test antibodies in active lupus with kidney involvement
This study looks at specific immune antibodies (against C1s, HMGB1, and C1q) in adults with systemic lupus erythematosus, especially when lupus is actively affecting the kidneys. It may help researchers better understand what is driving active lupus and who could benefit from future treatments.
GrenobleAges 18 years+ - NCT05714930Recruiting
Treating lupus symptoms to a clear goal
This study looks at a “treat-to-target” approach for people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) to help control symptoms to a specific goal. It may help guide medication changes when lupus is not fully calm yet.
Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT06434363RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cell therapy plus tafasitamab for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new cell therapy (AD-PluReceptor) combined with the drug tafasitamab for people with certain autoimmune diseases like systemic sclerosis, lupus, or chronic graft-versus-host disease. It aims to see if this treatment can help when standard therapies have failed.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06491602Recruiting
Lupus nephritis in children at Sohag Hospital
This study looks at children with lupus nephritis (a kidney problem caused by lupus) to understand what factors affect their disease and outcomes. It may help doctors better treat kids with this condition.
SohagAges 1 month–18 years - NCT06676631RecruitingPhase 1
NK cells plus rituximab for active lupus
This study tests whether combining immune cells (NK cells) with rituximab can help people with hard-to-treat lupus or lupus-related kidney disease. It is for patients whose lupus is still active despite standard treatments.
Guangzhou, GuangdomgAges 18–65 - NCT06785519RecruitingEarly Phase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for stubborn lupus kidney disease
This trial tests a new treatment using your own immune cells (called CAR-T cells) that are modified to target two proteins (CD19 and BCMA) on lupus cells. It is for people with lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation) that has not improved after trying multiple standard treatments.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06796569Recruiting
Blood test for inflammation in lupus patients
This study looks at a simple blood test (called the Systemic Immune Inflammatory Index) to see if it can help doctors understand how active lupus is in your body. It includes people with lupus, especially those with kidney involvement, to find better ways to track the disease.
Sohag, Sohag GovernorateAges 16 years+ - 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+ - NCT07517536Enrolling by invitation
CHT105 treatment for hard-to-treat lupus kidney disease
This study tests a new medicine called CHT105 for lupus patients whose kidney disease hasn't improved with standard treatments. The medicine targets specific immune cells that may be driving the kidney damage.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - 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+ - NCT07262983RecruitingPhase 1
Baricitinib for Job syndrome with lupus or eczema
This study tests if baricitinib, a pill that changes how your immune system works, is safe and tolerable for people with Job syndrome who also have lupus-like disease or severe eczema. It might offer a new treatment option for these skin and immune problems.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 12–120 - 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+ - NCT07515014RecruitingPhase 2
Testing E6742 in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
This study tests a new medicine called E6742 to help people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues. Researchers want to see if this drug can reduce lupus symptoms and disease activity.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT05799378RecruitingPhase 3
Stopping hydroxychloroquine in older adults with stable lupus
This study looks at whether it is safe for people aged 55 and older with long-standing, stable lupus to stop taking hydroxychloroquine (a medicine that helps control lupus) without their disease flaring up. If you have been taking this medicine for at least 7 years and your lupus has been quiet for a while, you may be able to join.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 55 years+ - NCT07430306RecruitingPhase 3
Study of anifrolumab for lupus patients not yet on strong treatments
This trial tests if a new drug called anifrolumab can help treat lupus in people who haven't taken strong medications like biologics or immunosuppressants before. It looks at overall disease activity and the chance to reduce steroid use.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT05835310RecruitingPhase 3
IV anifrolumab for active lupus in children
This study tests whether an intravenous medicine called anifrolumab can safely improve active systemic lupus (SLE) in children. If you qualify, you may receive the study treatment and be closely monitored for safety and lupus symptoms.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 5–17 - NCT06975787RecruitingPhase 1
A New Bispecific Antibody for Lupus Nephritis
This trial is testing a new type of medicine called a 'bispecific antibody' for people whose lupus nephritis has not responded to standard treatments or keeps coming back. The goal is to find a safe dose that might better control the kidney inflammation.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–60 - 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+ - NCT05018858RecruitingPhase 1
Test stem cell infusion safety for lupus
This early-phase study tests whether an intravenous (through a vein) stem cell treatment made from donated umbilical cord tissue is safe for people with lupus. It focuses mainly on side effects and how well participants tolerate the infusion.
St John'sAges Any age - 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 - 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+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus or sle?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 344 recruiting lupus or sle 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 or sle 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 or sle 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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