Clinical trials
Lupus clinical trials
Below are recruiting lupus clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 337 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05927688Recruiting
Using patient reports to adjust treatment for autoimmune diseases
This study looks at whether doctors consider patient “electronic reports” (completed online/phone) when deciding how often to change treatment. It may help improve how well treatment plans match how patients feel over time.
StrasbourgAges 18 years+ - NCT05988216Recruiting
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of immune cell therapy (CAR-T cells) for people with lupus that has not responded well to standard treatments. It aims to reset the immune system to reduce lupus activity.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - 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 - 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 - NCT06058078RecruitingPhase 2
Cell therapy for active lupus nephritis
This trial tests a new cell therapy (RY_SW01) for people with active lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation caused by lupus) who haven't responded well to standard treatments. It aims to see if the therapy can help control the disease.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT06106906RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CD19 CAR-T for Active Lupus
This study tests a new treatment called CD19 CAR-T, which reprograms your own immune cells to attack lupus. It is for people with active lupus that has not responded well to standard therapies.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06106893RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of CD19 CAR-γδT cells for active lupus
This trial is testing a new type of immune cell therapy (called CD19 universal CAR-γδT cells) for people with active lupus that hasn't been well controlled by standard treatments. The goal is to see if these specially designed cells can calm the immune system and reduce lupus symptoms.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06155604RecruitingPhase 2
SGLT2 inhibitor for lupus nephritis with kidney disease
This study tests if an SGLT2 inhibitor can help protect kidney function in people who have lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation caused by lupus) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The goal is to see if this medicine can slow down further kidney damage.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06166199Recruiting
High-intensity interval training for lupus patients
This study tests whether high-intensity interval training (short bursts of intense exercise) can help people with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE, an autoimmune disease). It aims to see if this type of exercise is safe and improves symptoms.
Stockholm, HuddingeAges 18 years+ - NCT06167174Recruiting
Looking for markers to predict lupus kidney treatment response
This study is looking for biomarkers (clues in your blood, urine, or tissue) that can help predict how well lupus nephritis (kidney inflammation caused by lupus) responds to treatment. It focuses on people who have active kidney disease and are either starting treatment or have been on a stable treatment for at least a month.
BeijingAges 16–60 - 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 - NCT06261021RecruitingPhase 2
Ruxolitinib cream for discoid lupus study
This trial tests a cream (ruxolitinib) on discoid lupus skin lesions. It aims to see if the cream can reduce DLE symptoms in adults.
Fredericton, New BrunswickAges 18 years+ - NCT06277427Recruiting
CAR-T cell therapy for refractory vasculitis and lupus nephritis
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that target BCMA (a protein on certain immune cells) for people with two autoimmune diseases: ANCA-associated vasculitis and lupus nephritis. It is for patients whose disease has not responded to standard treatments or has come back after initial improvement.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06308770Recruiting
Online group program for lupus fatigue
This trial tests a new online group program to help people with lupus manage chronic fatigue. Participants are randomly assigned to either the program or standard care, and all complete questionnaires online.
EdinburghAges 18–85 - 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 - 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 - NCT06711887RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term extension study of ianalumab for lupus nephritis
This study is a follow-up for people with lupus nephritis who already completed a 144-week treatment course with ianalumab in an earlier study. It tests whether continuing or stopping the drug is safe and effective over the long term.
Orchard Park, New YorkAges 18–100 - 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 - NCT06349343RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat lupus
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy (CAR-T cells) that targets two proteins on immune cells (CD19 and BCMA) to treat lupus that hasn't responded to standard treatments. It may help people with moderate to severe lupus by reducing disease activity without ongoing medication.
WuhanAges 18–70 - NCT06365359Recruiting
Lupus and pesticide exposure in Martinique
This study looks at how exposure to a pesticide called chlordecone might affect people with lupus in Martinique. Researchers want to understand if there is a link between the chemical and lupus symptoms or kidney problems.
Fort-de-FranceAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT06406205RecruitingPhase 3
Study of QLG1074 for active lupus nephritis
This trial tests a new medicine called QLG1074 added to standard treatments for people with active lupus nephritis, a kidney problem caused by lupus. It aims to see if the combination helps control the disease better.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06411249RecruitingPhase 4
Belimumab for people with early lupus
This study tests whether a medicine called belimumab (Benlysta) works better for people diagnosed with lupus in the last 2 years. It aims to slow down the disease before it causes lasting organ damage.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06428188RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
CAR-T cells targeting BCMA/CD19 for autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new treatment called CAR-T cells that target two proteins (BCMA and CD19) on immune cells. It is for people with certain autoimmune diseases that have not improved with standard treatments.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 21–90
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for lupus?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 337 recruiting 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 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 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.