Clinical trials: Autoimmunity, Inflammation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Yoga for Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of a yoga program based on "Yoga in daily life system" in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
- Trial name
- NCT03500276
- Testing
- Yoga program, Arthritis-education
- Where
- Croatia
- Volunteers
- 57 people
- Sponsor
- University Hospital Dubrava
Glomerulonephritis, Membranoproliferative, Lupus Nephritis
BG9588 (Anti-CD40L Antibody) to Treat Lupus Nephritis
The purpose of this study is to investigate whether the experimental drug BG9588 can be used to treat lupus nephritis more effectively and with less toxicity than standard treatments, including cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan)…
- Trial name
- NCT00001789
- Testing
- BG9588
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 20 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study Evaluating the Efficacy of Thick Shell Mussel Lipid Extract in Chinese Subjects With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Previous study found that lipid extract from hard-shelled mussel (HMLE) at a dose of 100mg/kg possessed strong anti-inflammatory activity by diminishing the hind paw swelling and arthritis index in rat model.
- Trial name
- NCT02173587
- Testing
- Mussel oil capsules, Corn oil capsules
- Where
- China
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Zhejiang University
Rheumatoid Arthritis
ADIRA (Anti-inflammatory Diet In Rheumatoid Arthritis)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects 0.5-1% of the population, and where many patients in spite of modern pharmacological treatment fail to reach remission.
- Trial name
- ADIRA (NCT02941055)
- Testing
- Fiber diet, Protein diet
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 56 people
- Sponsor
- Göteborg University
Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis, Hereditary Periodic Fevers
A Study of Canakinumab in Patients With Systemic Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis or Hereditary Periodic Fevers Who Participated in the CACZ885G2301E1, CACZ885G2306 or CACZ885N2301 Studies
The objective of this extension protocol is to collect safety data (serious and non-serious adverse events) and to provide continuous canakinumab to patients in France who completed study CACZ885G2301E1(NCT00891046), CACZ885G2306…
- Trial name
- NCT02334748
- Testing
- canakinumab
- Where
- 3 sites in France
- Volunteers
- 31 people
- Sponsor
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Healthy Control
Adipokines as Predictors of Foot Function, Pain, and Disability in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
Significant increase in the levels of serum adiponectin, ADA, and hsCRP was reported in all RA patients compared to controls. Compared to patients with early RA, the increase in these markers significantly correlated with disease…
- Trial name
- NCT04036669
- Volunteers
- 160 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- King Saud University
Rheumatoid Arthritis
L-carnitine in Modulating Pain and Inflammation in Rheumatoid Arthritis
This study aims at evaluating the possible efficacy and safety of L-carnitine in rheumatoid arthritis via targeting Jak/STAT pathway and TGF-β1
- Trial name
- NCT05792527
- Testing
- L-carnitine
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 46 people
- Sponsor
- Tanta University
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Effects of Micronutrient (Chromium) Supplementation on Diabetes
6-8% of USA population has diabetes. Intensive blood glucose control dramatically reduces the devastating complications that result from poorly controlled diabetes.
- Trial name
- NCT01709123
- Testing
- chromium niacinate
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 62 people
- Sponsor
- Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center Shreveport
Multiple Sclerosis
Effect of Corticosteroids on Inflammation at the Edge of Acute Multiple Sclerosis Plaques
Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. MS lesions can appear on the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans in many ways. Sometimes they light up from the outer edge and fill inward.
- Trial name
- NCT02784210
- Testing
- Methylprednisolone, Prednisone
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Nutrition in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Background: Individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) often experience persistent symptoms such as pain and stiffness despite modern pharmacological treatments. They also have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.
- Trial name
- NUTRA (NCT06831331)
- Testing
- Healthy diet based on NNR2023, Control/waiting-list
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 120 people
- Sponsor
- Vastra Gotaland Region
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Study of the Safety of MDX-1342 in Combination With Methotrexate in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis
The purpose of this study is to determine if MDX-1342 given in combination with Methotrexate is a safe treatment for patients with active rheumatoid arthritis.
- Trial name
- MDX1342-01 (NCT00639834)
- Testing
- MDX-1342
- Where
- 24 sites in United States, Germany and 3 more
- Volunteers
- 26 people
- Sponsor
- Bristol-Myers Squibb
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain
Effect of Antiinflammatory Treatment Versus Hand Training on Neuropsychiatric Comorbidity in RA-patients
The purpose of this study is to investigate how RA affect the brain structures in RA-patients and if anti-inflammatory treatment that target TNF-α or JAK OR physical training of hands has positive impact on neuropsychiatric…
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain, Fatigue, Cognitive Decline
- Trial name
- NeuMRA (NCT04378621)
- Testing
- TNF-α inhibitor OR JAK inhibitor, Hand training
- Where
- Sweden
- Volunteers
- 212 people
- Sponsor
- Vastra Gotaland Region
Positron-Emission Tomography, Multiple Sclerosis
Evaluation of the Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Tracer ZK 6032924 in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis Compared to Healthy Volunteers
PET (positron emission tomography) imaging with BAY85-8101 for investigation in patients with Multiple Sclerosis compared to healthy volunteers
- Trial name
- NCT01031199
- Testing
- F-18 FEDAA1106 (BAY85-8101)
- Where
- 2 sites in Australia, Sweden
- Volunteers
- 16 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Bayer
Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Investigation of Otelixizumab in New-Onset, Autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Patients
The aim of this Phase I/IIa study is to identify a safe and tolerable dosage regimen of intravenously administered otelixizumab.
- Trial name
- NCT02000817
- Testing
- Otelixizumab
- Where
- 6 sites in Belgium
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- GlaxoSmithKline
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (Sle)
Double-blind Placebo Controlled Study to Evaluate the Effect of NAD+ Boosting With Nicotinamide Riboside on Immunometabolism and Immunity in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Study Description: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) occurs predominantly in women and is driven by type I interferon dysregulation and neutrophil hyperresponsiveness.
- Trial name
- NCT06032923
- Testing
- Nicotinamide Riboside
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 78 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Belimumab in SLE Synovial Inflammation and Lymph Nodes
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)is an immune-mediated inflammatory disease (IMIDs) of which the cellular and molecular alterations of the immune system driving the diseases still remains largely unknown.
- Trial name
- NCT06327724
- Testing
- Belimumab
- Where
- Netherlands
- Volunteers
- 15 people
- Sponsor
- Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA)
Therapy, Treatment
Effect of Melatonin Administration on Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Patients
The aim of the current study is to evaluate the effect of melatonin administration on circulating levels of inflammatory mediators, oxidative stress, sleep quality, fatigue and quality of life in patients with SLE.
- Trial name
- SLE (NCT07721324)
- Testing
- Melatonin
- Where
- Egypt
- Volunteers
- 64 people
- Sponsor
- Ain Shams University
Progressive Multiple Sclerosis
Cyclic Oral Methylprednisolone Trial in Multiple Sclerosis
The purpose of this study is to determine whether cyclic oral methylprednisolone once every month has an effect on the intrathecal inflammation in patients suffering from progressive multiple sclerosis.
- Trial name
- COMTiMS (NCT01305837)
- Testing
- methylprednisolone
- Where
- Denmark
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Coronary Artery Disease
Effects of Interleukin-1 Inhibition on Vascular and Left Ventricular Function in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients With Coronary Artery Disease
Inhibition of interleukin-1 (IL-1) activity in patients with RA without CAD ameliorates vascular and LV function. Moreover, data from species shows beneficial effect of this treatment on LV function after experimental myocardial…
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis, Coronary Artery Disease, Inflammation
- Trial name
- NCT01566201
- Testing
- anakinra
- Where
- Greece
- Volunteers
- 80 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Athens
Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Chronic Pancreatitis
CT Pancreas Perfusion
1. Pancreatic CT perfusion with a biofeedback breathing belt worn by the participant, and using novel post-processing techniques, is a reliable method which can be used to differentiate between pancreatic cancer, chronic…
- Conditions
- Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Chronic Pancreatitis, Autoimmune Pancreatitis
- Trial name
- NCT00588367
- Testing
- Mayo Interactive Breath Hold Monitor
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- Mayo Clinic