Evaluating BJT-778 for Chronic Hepatitis Delta Infection

A Global, Randomized, Open-label, Multicenter, Phase 2b/3 Trial Evaluating BJT-778 vs Delayed Treatment for the Treatment of Chronic Hepatitis Delta Infection (AZURE-1)

Phase2; Phase3 Interventional Bluejay Therapeutics, Inc. · NCT06907290

This study is testing a new treatment called brelovitug to see if it can safely help people with chronic hepatitis delta virus infection feel better.

Quick facts

PhasePhase2; Phase3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment150 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorBluejay Therapeutics, Inc. Industry-sponsored
Locations4 sites (Garden Grove, California and 3 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06907290 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This Phase 2b/3 study aims to assess the safety and efficacy of brelovitug (BJT-778) for treating chronic hepatitis delta virus (HDV) infection. Participants will be randomized into three groups: one receiving brelovitug weekly, another receiving it monthly, and a third group undergoing a 24-week delayed treatment before starting brelovitug. All participants will undergo regular assessments throughout the study period to monitor their health and response to treatment.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals with chronic HDV infection and elevated HDV RNA levels who are willing to comply with study requirements.

Not a fit: Patients with other liver diseases or those who are pregnant or nursing may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly improve outcomes for patients suffering from chronic hepatitis delta infection.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promise in treating hepatitis infections with similar approaches, but this specific treatment is being evaluated for the first time.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Willing and able to provide written informed consent.
* Chronic HDV infection
* HDV RNA \>500 IU/mL at Screening.
* Abnormal ALT (\>upper limit of normal) at Screening.
* Willing to take or already taking HBV nucleos(t)ide therapy

Exclusion Criteria:

* Pregnant or nursing females.
* Unwilling to comply with contraception requirements during the study.
* Difficulty with blood collection and/or poor venous access for the purposes of phlebotomy
* Presence of other liver disease(s) (does not include HBV or HDV infection) such as non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), alcohol associated hepatitis, cholestatic liver disease, hepatocellular carcinoma.
* Clinical hepatic decompensation (i.e., ascites, encephalopathy variceal hemorrhage).
* Solid organ or bone marrow transplantation Note: other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria may apply.

Where this trial is running

Garden Grove, California and 3 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Chronic Hepatitis D InfectionHepatitis Delta virusHDVhepatitis D infectionhepatitis D virus
Last reviewed 2026-06-09 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.