Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Comparing the effectiveness of two medications for plaque psoriasis

Official title: A Real-world, Prospective, Observational Study of the Comparative Effectiveness of Deucravacitinib Versus Apremilast in Adults With Plaque Psoriasis - North American Region

Run by Bristol-Myers Squibb · NCT05744466 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing whether deucravacitinib or apremilast works better for adults with plaque psoriasis who are starting treatment.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment1500 (estimated)
SponsorBristol-Myers Squibb
Industry-sponsored
Drugs / interventionsdeucravacitinib
Locations1 site (Waltham, Massachusetts)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 30, 2022
Main results expectedDecember 10, 2027
Study endsDecember 10, 2027
Registry record updatedJuly 23, 2024
Trial IDNCT05744466 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with plaque psoriasis who are starting treatment with either deucravacitinib or apremilast.

Probably not a fit

Patients currently participating in interventional clinical trials or those who have previously received the study medications may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to compare the effectiveness of deucravacitinib and apremilast in adults diagnosed with plaque psoriasis. Participants will be newly initiating one of these medications and will be enrolled in the CorEvitas Psoriasis Registry, allowing for real-world data collection on treatment outcomes. The study will analyze patient-reported outcomes and clinical effectiveness over time, providing insights into which medication may offer better results for patients.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify the more effective treatment option for patients with plaque psoriasis.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies comparing treatment effectiveness in psoriasis have shown promising results, indicating that this approach is supported by previous research.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Have been diagnosed with plaque psoriasis by a dermatologist
* Newly initiating an eligible medication for enrollment (i.e., deucravacitinib, apremilast)
* Actively enrolled in the CorEvitas Psoriasis Registry and have documented consent to allow copies of information from the registry be used for research purposes

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participation (current or planned) in an interventional clinical trial (does not include observational registry or study)
* Restart of treatments with the study eligible therapies previously received at any time during the participants' treatment history

Where it's running

  • Local Institution
    Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.