Pausing arthritis drug may boost pneumonia vaccine power

NCT ID NCT07242092

First seen Nov 21, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looks at whether temporarily stopping methotrexate (a common arthritis drug) for two weeks after getting the PCV20 pneumonia vaccine can help the vaccine work better in adults with autoimmune rheumatic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. About 192 participants with stable, low-disease activity will be randomly assigned to either pause methotrexate or continue it. Researchers will measure antibody levels and check for disease flare-ups.

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