Guselkumab vs Golimumab for Psoriatic Arthritis

Guselkumab vs Golimumab in PsA TNF Inadequate Responder Patients

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Psoriatic Arthritis
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
18 – 80
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
63 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Pennsylvania · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with psoriatic arthritis who haven't had enough improvement from their current treatment. Participants will switch to one of the two medications being studied to see which works better.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis.
  • I have at least one swollen joint.
  • I have a cDAPSA score of 10 or higher.
  • I have not responded well to a TNFi treatment.
  • I am between 18 and 80 years old.
  • I have been taking stable doses of my current medications for at least 4 weeks.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have previously used golimumab or another specific biologic.
  • I have had previous serious side effects from TNFi treatments.
  • I am currently using high doses of glucocorticoids.
  • I am pregnant or trying to conceive.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

The trial is an open-label randomized study that will examine whether switching to a selective IL23 inhibitor (guselkumab) is more effective than switching to a second TNFi (golimumab) among patients with PsA who have an inadequate response to a TNFi.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Psoriatic arthritis meeting CASPAR criteria; 2. Active psoriatic arthritis defined by at least 1 swollen joint; 3. cDAPSA score ≥ 10; See also Exclusion #4 - cDAPSA must be \> 14 in patients without psoriasis. 4. Using a TNFi or previously used a single TNFi historically and …
Contacts

Sarah Gillespie

(215) 614-1840

sarah.hopkins@pennmedicine.upenn.edu

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Study Coordinator

SpAProgram@pennmedicine.upenn.edu

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