New drug telitacicept tested for MS Flare-Ups

NCT ID NCT04625153

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This phase 2 trial tested telitacicept (RC18) in 8 people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis. The drug aims to reduce relapses by targeting B cells. The study was terminated early, so we have limited data on safety and effectiveness.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

telitacicept (RC18)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis by targeting B cells to reduce flare-ups.

What could go wrong

This trial was terminated early with only 8 participants, so results are very limited. It is a phase 2 study, meaning it is still early and may not prove effective or safe in larger groups.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

multiple sclerosis relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • the Third Affiliated Hospital,Sun Yat-Sen University

    Guangzhou, Guangdong, China