Drug trial aims to calm overactive immune system in down syndrome

NCT ID NCT04246372

Summary

This study tested whether the drug tofacitinib is safe and effective for treating several common autoimmune skin conditions in adolescents and adults with Down syndrome. Researchers wanted to see if reducing overactive immune signaling could improve skin health, quality of life, and possibly thinking skills. The trial involved 47 participants who took the medication for about five months while their skin conditions and overall health were monitored.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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