Kezar Life Sciences, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Kezar Life Sciences, Inc., explained in plain language.
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New lupus drug shows promise in reducing kidney damage
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called KZR-616 in 69 people with lupus, some of whom also had lupus-related kidney disease (lupus nephritis). The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can help control the disease by reducing protein in the urine, a sign of kidney damage.…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 10:21 UTC
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New hope for rare muscle diseases: drug shows promise in long-term trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety and effectiveness of a drug called KZR-616 in 18 adults with active polymyositis or dermatomyositis, rare diseases that cause muscle inflammation and weakness. Participants had already completed a previous study and continued taking KZR-6…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 17, 2026 10:08 UTC
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New drug shows promise for rare muscle diseases
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called KZR-616 in 25 adults with active polymyositis or dermatomyositis, two rare diseases that cause muscle inflammation and weakness. Participants received weekly injections of the drug or a placebo for 16 weeks, then switched to the other…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New drug shows promise for autoimmune hepatitis in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new drug called zetomipzomib in 24 adults with autoimmune hepatitis, a condition where the immune system attacks the liver. Participants received either the drug or a placebo alongside their usual treatment for 24 weeks, with an option to continue the drug for…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC