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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT07158242

NCT07158242 A Study to Evaluate the Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Efficacy of Afimkibart (RO7790121) in Children With Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis

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NCT ID NCT07158242
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Hoffmann-La Roche
Condition Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2026-04-15
Primary Completion 2030-03-31

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 2 Years
Max Age 17 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Afimkibart

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 100 participants in total. It began in 2026-04-15 with a primary completion date of 2030-03-31.

⚠ This information is for research awareness only. Always consult your physician before joining any clinical trial. Participation is voluntary and you may withdraw at any time.

Brief Summary

This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, multicenter, induction and maintenance study will evaluate the safety and efficacy of Afimkibart (RO7790121) in pediatric participants with moderate to severe active ulcerative colitis (UC).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Bodyweight \>= 10 kilogram (kg) * Confirmed diagnosis of UC * Demonstrated intolerance or inadequate response (IR) to one or more of the following categories of drugs: systemic corticosteroids, immunomodulators, and/or biologic therapies as outlined in the protocol Exclusion Criteria: * Monogenic disorder pertaining to infant onset inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) * Current diagnosis of Crohn's disease (CD), abdominal/intrabdominal/perianal fistula and/or abscess, indeterminant colitis, IBD-unclassified, microscopic colitis, ischemic colitis, infectious colitis, radiation colitis, or active diverticular disease * Presence of an ostomy or ileoanal pouch * Current diagnosis or suspicion of primary sclerosing cholangitis * Any major surgery within 6 weeks prior to screening or a major planned surgery during the study * Active tuberculosis (TB) infection suggested by positive TB testing, clinical symptoms, and/or chest imaging (X-ray or CT)

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Reference Study ID Number: CA45905 https://forpatients.roche.com/ No attachments to email below.

✉ global-roche-genentech-trials@gene.com

📞 888-662-6728 (U.S. and Canada)

Principal Investigator

Clinical Trials

STUDY DIRECTOR

Hoffmann-La Roche

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07158242 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 2 Years or older, up to 17 Years, studying Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT07158242 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 100 participants.

Is NCT07158242 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07158242 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at global-roche-genentech-trials@gene.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07158242 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Tampa, United States, Atlanta, United States, New York, United States, South Brisbane, Australia and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07158242 clinical trial?

NCT07158242 is sponsored by Hoffmann-La Roche. The principal investigator is Clinical Trials at Hoffmann-La Roche. The trial plans to enroll 100 participants.

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