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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06711887

NCT06711887 Phase III Extension Study of Efficacy and Safety of Ianalumab With or Without Study Treatment Withdrawal in Participants With Lupus Nephritis (SIRIUS-LN Extension)

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NCT ID NCT06711887
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Condition Lupus Nephritis
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 315 participants
Start Date 2025-05-19
Primary Completion 2030-07-16

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 100 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
Ianalumab

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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 315 participants in total. It began in 2025-05-19 with a primary completion date of 2030-07-16.

⚠ 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

The purpose of this 2-year extension study is the evaluation of the efficacy and safety 1. after study treatment withdrawal in patients with lupus nephritis (LN) who achieved response (complete renal response \[CRR\] or partial renal response \[PRR\]) on double-blind treatment at the end of the SIRIUS-LN core study, and 2. of open-label ianalumab 300 mg treatment in patients who, at the end of the SIRIUS-LN core study, were either already receiving ianalumab open-label treatment or did not meet CRR/PRR criteria on double-blind treatment at the end of the SIRIUS-LN core study.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Signed informed consent prior to participation in the extension study. 2. Participants must have participated in the SIRIUS-LN core study and must have completed the entire treatment up to Week 144 on double-blind or open label study treatment. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Use of prohibited therapies 2. Pregnant or nursing (lactating) women.

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

✉ novartis.email@novartis.com

📞 1-888-669-6682

Principal Investigator

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

STUDY DIRECTOR

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06711887 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 100 Years, studying Lupus Nephritis. 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 NCT06711887 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 315 participants.

Is NCT06711887 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06711887 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at novartis.email@novartis.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06711887 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Salvador, Brazil, Shantou, China, Liuzhou, China, Wuhan, China and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06711887 clinical trial?

NCT06711887 is sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The principal investigator is Novartis Pharmaceuticals at Novartis Pharmaceuticals. The trial plans to enroll 315 participants.

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