Systemic Lupus Erythematosus study: Herpes Zoster Subunit
Official title Safety of the Herpes Zoster Subunit Vaccine in Lupus
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05559671
What this study is testing
What is Herpes Zoster Subunit (HZ/su) Vaccine?
An investigational subunit vaccine being studied for use in patients with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.
Also referred to as Shingrix.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study will see if the vaccine causes lupus flare‑ups and how well it works compared to healthy people.
- Who it's for
- Adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
- What's involved
- Participants will receive either the shingles vaccine or a placebo, then switch to the other. They will have regular check‑ups and blood tests to monitor lupus activity and immune response.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 24 weeks, with visits for vaccine administration, follow‑up exams, and blood draws.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 90
You may be able to join if
- Provision of informed consent prior to any study specific procedures
- Female or male ≥18 years of age at the time of signing the informed consent
- Meet the 2019 EULAR/ACR Classification Criteria for SLE
- Female people must use 1 effective method of avoiding pregnancy, from the time they sign consent until end of the study period unless the subject is...
You likely can't join if
- Prior administration of the Herpes Zoster subunit vaccine (Shingrix) or the Varicella-Zoster virus vaccine live (Zostavax)
- Clinical HZ infection within 12 months prior to screening or during screening
- Hybrid SLEDAI \>12 at screening visit
- Presence of a mild, moderate, or severe flare per the rSFI at time of screenin
- Increase in clinical SLEDAI parameters at time of enrollment relative to screening visit
- Any vaccine, including the final/booster dose of any SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, within six weeks enrollment
See the full eligibility criteria
- Provision of informed consent prior to any study specific procedures
- Female or male ≥18 years of age at the time of signing the informed consent
- Meet the 2019 EULAR/ACR Classification Criteria for SLE
- Female people must use 1 effective method of avoiding pregnancy, from the time they sign consent until end of the study period unless the subject is surgically sterile (e.g., bilateral oophorectomy or complete...
- Prior administration of the Herpes Zoster subunit vaccine (Shingrix) or the Varicella-Zoster virus vaccine live (Zostavax)
- Clinical HZ infection within 12 months prior to screening or during screening
- Hybrid SLEDAI \>12 at screening visit
- Presence of a mild, moderate, or severe flare per the rSFI at time of screenin
- Increase in clinical SLEDAI parameters at time of enrollment relative to screening visit
- Any vaccine, including the final/booster dose of any SARS-CoV-2 vaccine, within six weeks enrollment
- Receipt of rituximab or cyclophosphamide within nine months of enrollment
- Participation in an treatment clinical trial of SLE or other therapeutics within six months of enrollment
- Moderate to severe infectious febrile illness or use of systemic antibiotics (antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, or antiparasitic agent) within 4 weeks of enrollment
- Are pregnant, nursing, or planning a pregnancy while enrolled in the study
- Known primary or secondary immunodeficiency (malignancy, HIV, common variable immune deficiency) or medications used during cancer chemotherapy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 90 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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