New pill could clear psoriasis skin in weeks

NCT ID NCT07150988

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests an oral drug called HSK44459 for adults with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis. About 150 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 16 weeks. The main goal is to see if the drug can reduce psoriasis skin symptoms by at least 75%.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

HSK44459 (oral drug)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a new oral treatment option for people with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis, helping clear skin symptoms.

What could go wrong

This is an early phase 2 trial with only 150 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may not work better than placebo, and side effects are still being studied.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

psoriasis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Hangzhou First People's Hospital

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

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