Arthritis drugs and COVID: do they weaken your defense?

NCT ID NCT04584541

First seen Apr 01, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 9 times

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 with infected family members not on such treatments. The goal was to measure virus levels and immune responses to see if the drugs made a difference.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cochin hospital

    Paris, 75014, France

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