New hope for kids with swallowing trouble: drug targets esophageal inflammation

NCT ID NCT04394351

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested dupilumab (Dupixent) in 102 children with active eosinophilic esophagitis, a condition where white blood cells build up in the esophagus, causing pain and swallowing problems. The drug aims to reduce inflammation and improve tissue health. Results will show if dupilumab is safe and effective compared to a placebo.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Dupilumab (Dupixent)

What this could lead to

If successful, dupilumab could offer a new treatment option for children with eosinophilic esophagitis, reducing inflammation and easing symptoms.

What could go wrong

This is a Phase 3 trial, but results may not confirm long-term benefit or safety. Side effects like injection reactions or infections are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

eosinophilic esophagitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85016, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Los Angeles, California, 90027, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    San Francisco, California, 94143, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    St. Petersburg, Florida, 33701, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30322, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30342, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Iowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Lincoln, Nebraska, 68510, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    New York, New York, 10029, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    New York, New York, 10032, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    New York, New York, 10065, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45229, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Dallas, Texas, 75207, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States

  • Regeneron Study Site

    London, Ontario, N6A 5W9, Canada