Kezar Life Sciences, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Kezar Life Sciences, Inc., explained in plain language.
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New drug tested to tame overactive liver disease
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an experimental drug called zetomipzomib to standard steroid treatment could better control autoimmune hepatitis. It involved 24 adults whose liver disease was still active despite standard care. Participants received either the new drug or a plac…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 03:41 UTC
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New lupus drug shows promise in early trial
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new drug called KZR-616 for people with lupus, including those with kidney inflammation (lupus nephritis). The drug was given as a weekly injection under the skin for 13 or 24 weeks, in addition to patients' standard lupus medications. The main goa…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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New weekly injection tested for rare Muscle-Weakening diseases
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a weekly injection called KZR-616 could safely improve muscle strength and overall disease activity in adults with active polymyositis or dermatomyositis. Twenty-five participants received either the drug or a placebo for 16 weeks, then switched to the o…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Extended trial tests new injection for rare muscle diseases
Disease control CompletedThis study followed patients with polymyositis or dermatomyositis who had previously participated in a related trial. It aimed to assess the long-term safety and effectiveness of weekly KZR-616 injections over up to 96 weeks of treatment. The goal was to see if the drug could hel…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Kezar Life Sciences, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 02, 2026 15:25 UTC