Psoriasis combo therapy trial ends early: what happened?

NCT ID NCT02829424

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

Summary

This study tested whether adding low-dose methotrexate to standard anti-TNF therapy could improve and extend the response in adults with moderate to severe psoriasis. The trial planned to enroll 78 participants but was terminated early. The main goal was to see how long patients maintained at least a 75% improvement in their psoriasis symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Methotrexate

What this could lead to

If it worked, this could show that adding methotrexate helps people with psoriasis maintain a better response to anti-TNF drugs for longer.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early with only 78 participants, so results are limited. It is a Phase 4 study, meaning the drugs are already approved, so no breakthrough is expected.

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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

Locations

  • Assistance Publique Hôpitaux de Marseille

    Marseille, 13385, France