New hope for rare skin disease: drug combo targets stubborn pustules on palms and soles

NCT ID NCT07530367

First seen Apr 17, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study tests whether combining two drugs, tofacitinib and imatinib, can safely treat moderate-to-severe palmoplantar pustulosis (PPP), a rare skin disease causing painful pustules on the palms and soles. About 135 adults will receive either the drug combination or a placebo for 16 weeks. The main goal is to see if the treatment can reduce symptoms by at least 90%.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University

    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

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