Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Phase1; Phase2 Interventional Ages 18 to 65 Women only

Evaluating APG-2575 for mild-to-moderate lupus

Official title: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Phase I/II Study to Evaluate the Safety, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamics of APG-2575 in Patients With Mild-to-moderate Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Run by Ascentage Pharma Group Inc. · NCT06182969 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new drug called APG-2575 to see if it is safe and effective for people with mild-to-moderate lupus.

Quick facts

PhasePhase1; Phase2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 65 Years
SexWomen only
Enrollment40 (estimated)
SponsorAscentage Pharma Group Inc.
Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedAugust 9, 2024
Main results expectedApril 2026
Study endsDecember 2026
Registry record updatedDecember 16, 2025
Trial IDNCT06182969 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are individuals diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus for at least six months and on stable treatment for the condition.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe systemic lupus erythematosus or significant autoimmune diseases other than lupus 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 clinical trial aims to assess the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of APG-2575 in patients diagnosed with mild-to-moderate systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study involving approximately 40 participants who will receive either the drug or a placebo in varying doses from 200mg to 800mg. The study will monitor participants over a defined period to gather data on the drug's effects and safety profile.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a new therapeutic option for patients with mild-to-moderate systemic lupus erythematosus.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is being explored in this specific context, similar studies targeting systemic lupus erythematosus have shown promise, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 1\. Diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus for at least 6 months.
* 2\. On stable treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus before first dose at least 28 days.
* 3\. SLEDIA-2000 score: 4-12
* 4.Other than systemic lupus erythematosus, subject should be in general good health.

Exclusion Criteria:

* 1\. Severe systemic lupus erythematosus.
* 2\. Significant autoimmune disease other than lupus.
* 3\. Significant, uncontrolled or unstable disease in any organ.

Where it's running

  • Renji Hospital Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medical
    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Sheng Chen, Ph.D — Renji Hospital Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medical
  • Study coordinator: Yifan Zhai
  • Email: Yzhai@ascentage.com
  • Phone: 240-505-6608

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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.
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