New pill shows promise for tough eczema in small study

NCT ID NCT06585202

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

Summary

This study tested an experimental oral drug called ATI-2138 in 14 adults with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema). Participants took the pill twice daily for 12 weeks. Researchers tracked safety, side effects, and skin improvement using standard eczema scores. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and might reduce skin redness, itching, and rash.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

ATI-2138 oral tablets

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new oral treatment option for moderate to severe atopic dermatitis, potentially reducing skin inflammation and itching.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study with only 14 participants and no placebo group, so results may not apply broadly. Side effects are possible, and the drug may not prove effective in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atopic eczema dermatitis Eczema Skin Diseases, Eczematous skin disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35244, United States

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    Encino, California, 91436, United States

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    San Diego, California, 92123, United States

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    Plainfield, Indiana, 46168, United States

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    Austin, Texas, 78759, United States

  • Aclaris Investigational Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78213, United States