Last-Resort drug opens for severe hair loss patients

NCT ID NCT05522556

First seen Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This program offers early access to ritlecitinib, an experimental pill, for people with severe alopecia areata who have lost at least half of their scalp hair and have not improved with standard treatments. The goal is to provide a potential treatment option before the drug is fully approved. Participants must meet additional medical criteria set by their doctor.

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