Clinical trial for Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)
Official title Impact of Glucagon-like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Analogs on Disease Outcomes in Psoriatic Arthritis: A Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07111494
What this study is testing
What is GLP-1 agonists?
GLP-1 agonists is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for psoriatic arthritis (psa).
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
- Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints but can also have an effect on multiple parts of the body. This study will assess if the effectiveness of Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications used to treat type 2-diabetes and weight management, or nutrition counseling can better treat individuals with Psoriatic Arthritis who are also needing treatment for obesity and type 2 diabetes.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Adult patients (age 18 and older) who present to rheumatology clinic
- Participants must be able to read, understand, and provide documented informed consent as approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Meet the Classification of Psoriatic Arthritis (CASPAR) criteria for PsA
- Participants must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30kg/m\^2
- Participants must be treated for PsA in accordance with guidelines
You likely can't join if
- Any prior use of GLP-1 agonists
- Inability to provide informed consent
- Current participation in another PsA study
- Treatment initiation by GLP-1 agonists contraindicated by FDA
- Patients with hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) \> 10 at baseline
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult patients (age 18 and older) who present to rheumatology clinic
- Participants must be able to read, understand, and provide documented informed consent as approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
- Meet the Classification of Psoriatic Arthritis (CASPAR) criteria for PsA
- Participants must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30kg/m\^2
- Participants must be treated for PsA in accordance with guidelines
- Have not achieved MDA in PsA patients
- Have a minimum TJC \> 1 and SJC \> at baseline
- Eligible for GLP-1 agonist treatment in accordance with Food Drug Administration (FDA) labeling as determined by the investigator.
- Any prior use of GLP-1 agonists
- Inability to provide informed consent
- Current participation in another PsA study
- Treatment initiation by GLP-1 agonists contraindicated by FDA
- Patients with hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) \> 10 at baseline
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 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 - 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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