Difelikefalin for Severe Itching in Kidney Dialysis Patients
Part of Kidney & urinary, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests a medication called difelikefalin to relieve severe itching in people on long-term kidney dialysis. Many dialysis patients experience persistent itching that affects their quality of life, and this study explores whether this drug can help.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You have chronic kidney disease and have been on hemodialysis (blood-cleaning treatment) for at least 3 months
- You experience moderate-to-severe itching (you'd rate it 4 or higher on a scale of 0–10)
- You do not have a primary skin condition causing the itching
- You are willing and able to sign a consent form and participate in the study
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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