New drug shows promise for slowing kidney disease in IgA nephropathy

NCT ID NCT04716231

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 3 trial tests atacicept, a weekly injection, in 376 adults with IgA nephropathy (Berger's disease). The goal is to reduce protein in the urine and slow the loss of kidney function. Participants receive either atacicept or a placebo for about a year. The study is active but no longer recruiting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
atacicept
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a new treatment option to slow kidney damage in people with IgA nephropathy.
What could go wrong
This is a late-stage trial, but results are not yet final. The drug may not prove effective enough or could have side effects. It is not a cure.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • ORIGIN 3 Global Site Contact Information

    Brisbane, California, 94005, United States

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