New pill may replace steroids for severe colitis flares

NCT ID NCT07546097

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

Summary

This study tests if upadacitinib, a newer pill, works as well as standard steroid injections for treating sudden, severe flare-ups of ulcerative colitis. About 46 adults with acute severe colitis will receive either upadacitinib or steroids for 3 months, with frequent checkups. The goal is to see if upadacitinib can quickly calm symptoms like diarrhea and bleeding with fewer side effects, though ongoing medication is still needed to manage the disease.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • 3201 Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hanzhong, Shaanxi, 710005, China

  • Ankang Central Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Ankang, Shaanxi, 710005, China

  • Shaanxi Provincial Nuclear Industry 215 Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Xianyang, Shaanxi, 710005, China

  • Xijing Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710005, China

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