Comparing treatments for severe ulcerative colitis flare-ups
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares different sequences of medicines for treating severe ulcerative colitis flares in the hospital. It aims to find the best way to get your symptoms under control and help you feel better faster.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old.
- You have ulcerative colitis and are currently in the hospital for a severe flare-up.
- You are about to start or have just started IV steroids.
- You have had at least 4 bloody bowel movements per day and other signs of severe disease (like fever, fast heart rate, or low blood counts).
- You have previously been treated with a biologic medicine (like adalimumab, infliximab, or similar) or are unable to take these medicines.
- You must be able to take oral medicines and keep up with study visits and daily symptom surveys.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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