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Monoclonal Antibodies

Belimumab for Lupus

Phase 2
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Have or have had in series 4 or more of the 11 ACR criteria for the classification of SLE.
Have documented positive autoantibody test results within the study screening period, defined as an anti-nuclear antibody (ANA) titre >= 1:80 and/or a positive anti-dsDNA (>=30 international units per milliliter [IU/mL]) serum antibody test based on either the study's central laboratory results or the local laboratory results. Only unequivocally positive values as defined in the laboratory's reference range are acceptable; borderline values will not be accepted
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up pre dose on week 1, week 2, week 4, week 8, week 12, week 16, week 24, week 36, week 52, and week 60
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Study Summary

This trial is studying the effects of belimumab on pediatric patients with lupus.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children aged 5 to 17 with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) who weigh at least 15 kg. They should have active SLE, positive autoantibody test results, and be on a stable treatment regimen for at least 30 days prior to the start of the study. Participants must not be pregnant or breastfeeding and agree to use effective contraception.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The trial tests subcutaneous injections of Belimumab in pediatric patients with SLE. It aims to understand how the drug behaves in their bodies (pharmacokinetics), its safety profile, and how it affects disease activity (pharmacodynamics). The study includes an initial 12-week treatment phase followed by an optional 40-week continuation.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects for this pediatric trial are not listed, Belimumab may generally cause infections, infusion reactions like pain or swelling at injection site, allergic reactions including rash or difficulty breathing, nausea, diarrhea and fever.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I meet at least 4 of the criteria for lupus.
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My blood tests show positive for specific autoantibodies.
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My blood tests show positive for specific autoantibodies.
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My lupus is active with a SELENA SLEDAI score of 6 or more.
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I am taking a low dose of steroids, not exceeding 0.5 mg/kg/day.
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I am not currently taking NSAIDs.
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I am not taking anti-malarial medications like hydroxychloroquine.
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I am between 5 and 17 years old.
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I am not currently taking any immune system altering drugs.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~pre dose on week 1, week 2, week 4, week 8, week 12, week 16, week 24, week 36, week 52, and week 60
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and pre dose on week 1, week 2, week 4, week 8, week 12, week 16, week 24, week 36, week 52, and week 60 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Estimated Average Concentration (Cavg) of Belimumab at Steady State
Estimated Maximum Concentration (Cmax) of Belimumab at Steady State
Estimated Minimum Concentration (Cmin) of Belimumab at Steady State
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Secondary outcome measures
Number of Participants With Adverse Events (AEs)
Number of Participants With Adverse Events of Special Interest (AESIs)
Number of Participants With Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)
+7 more

Side effects data

From 2018 Phase 3 trial • 80 Patients • NCT02119156
36%
Nasopharyngitis
18%
Hypokalaemia
9%
Joint injury
9%
Periodontal disease
9%
Gastroenteritis
9%
Cystitis
9%
Vertigo
9%
Ocular discomfort
9%
Lumbar vertebral fracture
9%
Upper respiratory tract infection
9%
Dental caries
9%
Musculoskeletal chest pain
9%
Cough
9%
Otitis externa bacterial
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Treatment Phase: Treatment Holiday Group - Re-start Phase
Maintenance Phase: Treatment Holiday
Treatment Phase: Long-term Discontinuation Group
Treatment Phase: Treatment Control Group
Treatment Phase: Treatment Holiday Group - Holiday Phase
Maintenance Phase: Treatment Control

Trial Design

1Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Belimumab 200 mgExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus were administered with Belimumab 200 milligram per milliliter (mg/mL) subcutaneous (SC) injection. The dosing frequency was based on body weight. Participants who weigh more than or equal to 50 kilograms were administered every week, who weigh between 30 to less than 50 kg were administered every 10 days and who weigh less than 30 kg were administered every 2 weeks.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Belimumab
2013
Completed Phase 4
~1840

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Who is running the clinical trial?

GlaxoSmithKlineLead Sponsor
4,764 Previous Clinical Trials
8,104,824 Total Patients Enrolled
GSK Clinical TrialsStudy DirectorGlaxoSmithKline
3,596 Previous Clinical Trials
6,144,316 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

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