Arthritis meds and COVID: new study explores immune response

NCT ID NCT04584541

First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at whether immunosuppressive medications used for rheumatoid arthritis or spondyloarthritis change how the body handles a COVID-19 infection. Researchers compared 150 patients on these drugs to family members with the same infection. The goal was to measure virus levels and immune system activity, but the study was stopped early.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cochin hospital

    Paris, 75014, France

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