Emapalumab for Rapidly Progressive Interstitial Lung Disease

Emapalumab MDA5 Rapidly Progressive Interstitial Lung Disease (RP-ILD) Study

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Dermatomyositis Dermatomyositis Sine Myositis Dermatomyositis With Myopathy Dermatomyositis With Respiratory Involvement Dermatomyositis With Organ Involvement Interstitial Lung Disease Interstitial Lung Disease Due to Connective Tissue Disease (Disorder)
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. 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 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
5 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Miami · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with a specific type of lung disease caused by MDA5 antibodies. Participants will receive a medication called Emapalumab to see if it helps improve their condition.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have worsening respiratory symptoms
  • I have new or increased oxygen needs
  • My lung disease has worsened on a CT scan
  • My lung function tests show worse results
  • I have MDA5 antibodies
  • My ferritin levels are higher than normal
  • I am at least 18 years old

You may not be able to join if

  • I have an active untreated bacterial, mycobacterial, or fungal infection
  • I have an active herpes zoster infection
  • I currently need extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
  • I do not want to participate in the study
  • I am pregnant
  • I am a prisoner

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

This is a proof of concept study to determine if Emapalumab appears effective for the treatment of anti-MDA5 antibody positive rapidly progressive interstitial lung disease (MDA5 RP-ILD). Emapalumab is a medication that is currently used for a severe problem with the immune system, called macrophage activation syndrome, and this disease shares some similar features with MDA5 RP-ILD.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Progressive interstitial lung disease as determined by at least 2/4 of the following: 1. worsening respiratory symptoms; 2. worsening or new oxygen requirement; 3. worsening disease on CT chest; 4. worsening Forced Vital Capacity (FVC1) or Diffusing Capacity for Carbo…
Contacts

Kelly Corbitt, D.O.

305-243-7545

KKC51@miami.edu

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