Eczema cream safety during pregnancy under scrutiny: new study compares ruxolitinib to steroids

NCT ID NCT06627335

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will analyze health records of over 5,600 pregnant women with atopic dermatitis (eczema) to compare infant outcomes between those who used ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) and those who used topical corticosteroid creams. Researchers will look at rates of major birth defects, small-for-gestational-age births, and other pregnancy outcomes. The goal is to better understand the safety of these treatments during pregnancy.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Ruxolitinib cream (Opzelura) and topical corticosteroids

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could provide important safety information about using ruxolitinib cream during pregnancy for women with atopic dermatitis.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study using existing claims data, not a controlled trial. It can show associations but not prove cause and effect. Results may be limited by data accuracy and unmeasured factors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atopic eczema Eczema pregnancy disorder Pruritus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Syneos Health (remote site)

    RECRUITING

    Morrisville, North Carolina, 27560, United States