Long-term safety evaluation of ianalumab for systemic lupus erythematosus
Official title: A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Extension Study, Followed by a Study Treatment Withdrawal or Open-label Period, to Assess the Long-term Safety and Tolerability of Ianalumab in Patients With Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SIRIUS-SLE Extension)
Run by Novartis · NCT06133972 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing the long-term safety of a medication called ianalumab in people with systemic lupus erythematosus who have already tried other treatments.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 12 Years to 100 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 550 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Novartis Industry-sponsored |
| Drugs / interventions | ianalumab |
| Locations | 167 sites (Anniston, Alabama and 166 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | May 21, 2024 |
| Main results expected | April 3, 2034 |
| Study ends | October 2, 2034 |
| Registry record updated | November 9, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06133972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are adolescents and adults with moderate-to-severe systemic lupus erythematosus who have completed prior SIRIUS-SLE core studies without treatment discontinuation.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who have not participated in the prior SIRIUS-SLE core studies or those with active infections requiring significant treatment 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 extension study aims to assess the long-term safety and tolerability of ianalumab, administered either monthly or quarterly, in participants with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who have previously completed core studies. Participants will receive either ianalumab or a placebo, and the study will focus on those with moderate-to-severe disease activity who are anti-nuclear antibody (ANA)-positive. The study will monitor participants for safety outcomes over an extended period following their initial treatment.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the long-term safety of ianalumab, potentially leading to improved treatment options for patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies evaluating similar therapies for systemic lupus erythematosus have shown promising results, indicating potential for this approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Key Inclusion Criteria: * Signed informed consent prior to participation in the extension study. Parent or legal guardian's signed informed consent and child's assent, if appropriate, are required before any assessment is performed for participants \<18 years of age. Of note, if the participant reaches age of consent (age as per local law) during the study, they will also need to sign the corresponding study Informed Consent Form (ICF) at the next study visit. * Participants must have participated in either one of the two SIRIUS-SLE core studies, CVAY736F12301 or CVAY736F12302, and have completed the treatment period through Week 60 without treatment discontinuation. * In the judgement of the investigator, participants must be expected to clinically benefit from continued study treatment. Key Exclusion Criteria: * Use of prohibited therapies. * Active viral, bacterial or other infections requiring intravenous or intramuscular treatment for clinically significant infection which in the opinion of the investigator will place the participant at risk for participation. * Plans for administration of live vaccines during the study period. * Pregnant or nursing (lactating) women. Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria may apply.
Where it's running
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Pinnacle Research Group Llc
Anniston, Alabama, United States Recruiting -
Providence Medical Center
Burbank, California, United States Recruiting -
Advanced Medical Research
La Palma, California, United States Recruiting -
University of Colorado Denver
Aurora, Colorado, United States Recruiting -
Clinical Res Of W Florida
Clearwater, Florida, United States Recruiting -
GNP Research
Cooper City, Florida, United States Recruiting
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Homestead Assoc In Research Inc
Homestead, Florida, United States Recruiting -
IRIS Research and Development
Plantation, Florida, United States Recruiting -
Clinical Research of West Florida Inc
Tampa, Florida, United States Recruiting -
Parris and Associates Rheumatology
Lawrenceville, Georgia, United States Recruiting -
Willow Rheumatology Wellness
Willowbrook, Illinois, United States Recruiting -
Accurate Clinical Research
Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States Recruiting -
Henry Ford Health
Detroit, Michigan, United States Recruiting -
Ahmed Arif Medical Research Center
Grand Blanc, Michigan, United States Recruiting -
Paramount Med Rsrch and Consult LLC
Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States Recruiting -
University Of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Recruiting -
West Tennessee Research Institute
Jackson, Tennessee, United States Recruiting -
Shelby Research LLC
Memphis, Tennessee, United States Recruiting -
Novel Research LLC
Bellaire, Texas, United States Recruiting -
Accurate Clinical Research
League City, Texas, United States Recruiting -
Epic Medical Research
Red Oak, Texas, United States Recruiting -
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La Plata, Buenos Aires, Argentina Recruiting -
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Quilmes, Buenos Aires, Argentina Recruiting -
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Caba, Argentina Recruiting -
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Maroochydore, Queensland, Australia Recruiting -
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Vitória, Espírito Santo, Brazil Recruiting -
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Salvador, Estado de Bahia, Brazil Recruiting -
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Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil Recruiting -
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Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Recruiting -
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Barretos, São Paulo, Brazil Recruiting -
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Salvador, Brazil Recruiting -
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Plovdiv, Bulgaria, Bulgaria Recruiting -
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Sofia, Bulgaria Recruiting -
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Rimouski, Quebec, Canada Recruiting -
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Valdivia, Los Ríos Region, Chile Recruiting -
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Santiago, Santiago Metropolitan, Chile Recruiting -
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Guangzhou, Guangdong, China Recruiting -
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Shantou, Guangdong, China Recruiting -
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Nanjing, Jiangsu, China Recruiting -
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Suzhou, Jiangsu, China Recruiting -
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Pingxiang, Jiangxi, China Recruiting -
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Changchun, Jilin, China Recruiting -
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Linyi, Shandong, China Recruiting -
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Chengdu, Sichuan, China Recruiting -
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Ürümqi, Xinjiang, China Recruiting -
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Ningbo, Zhejiang, China Recruiting -
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Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China Recruiting -
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Beijing, China Recruiting
+117 more sites. See ClinicalTrials.gov for the full list.
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Novartis Pharmaceuticals
- Email: novartis.email@novartis.com
- Phone: 1-888-669-6682
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.