Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
MONDO:0005282An autoimmune disorder that manifests as different lupus-specific skin disorders; it can occur with systemic lupus erythematosus, or as a singular disease.
Also known as: lupus erythematosus, cutaneous
81 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 38 tagged with Cutaneous lupus erythematosus itself.
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Sub-types of Cutaneous lupus erythematosus
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Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus 3 trials · 23 incl. sub-types
5 sub-types
- Discoid lupus erythematosus 17 trials
- Chilblain lupus 1 trial · 3 incl. sub-types Sub-types →
- Lupus erythematosus tumidus 3 trials
- Hypertrophic or verrucous lupus erythematosus 0 trials
- Lupus erythematosus panniculitis 0 trials
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Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus 11 trials
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Rowell syndrome 0 trials
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Bullous systemic lupus erythematosus 0 trials
Most studied deeper sub-types
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New pill could ease lupus skin rashes in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a drug called enpatoran for people with lupus who have active skin rashes or lesions. About 202 participants will take either enpatoran or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks, alongside their usual treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can significantly impro…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill aims to calm lupus skin flares in major trial
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental pill called enpatoran for people with lupus who have active skin rashes. About 202 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 24 weeks, while continuing their usual treatments. The goal is to see if enpatoran can significantly redu…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: EMD Serono Research & Development Institute, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 13, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New antibody drug takes aim at autoimmune diseases
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called SAR448501 (DR-0201) in 62 adults with lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. The drug is a bispecific antibody designed to target the immune system. The main goal is to check safety and find the right dose, not yet to prove it works. Partici…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Sanofi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Old malaria drug may tame lupus skin flares
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether quinacrine, a medication originally used for malaria, can safely reduce skin rashes and sores in people with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). Participants receive either quinacrine or a placebo for 12 weeks, then all receive quinacrine for another 12 …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Victoria Werth • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill VENT-03 aims to calm lupus skin flares
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an experimental tablet called VENT-03 for people with active cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), a condition causing painful skin rashes. Twenty-four adults will take either VENT-03 or a placebo for 4 weeks, then everyone gets VENT-03 for 8 more weeks. Researche…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Ventus Therapeutics U.S., Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 29, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New pill could tame skin lupus flares
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests an oral medication called ICP-488 for people with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), a condition that causes painful skin rashes and lesions. About 105 adults aged 18–75 with moderate-to-severe CLE will receive either the drug or a placebo for 16 weeks. The mai…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Beijing InnoCare Pharma Tech Co., Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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New lupus drug enters early human testing
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-phase trial is testing a new drug called DB-2304 in healthy volunteers and people with lupus (SLE or CLE). The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug. About 148 participants will receive either DB-2304 or a placebo. This is a first step to see…
Phase 1/2 • Sponsor: DualityBio Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New drug S-4321 aims to tame overactive immune system
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage study tests a new drug called S-4321 in 24 adults with autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, lupus, or eczema. The goal is to check safety and how the drug affects the body. Participants receive multiple doses and are monitored for side effect…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Seismic Therapeutic AU Pty Ltd • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a single injection tame the immune system in lupus?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial is testing a single injection of an experimental drug called SHR-7012 in healthy adults. The main goal is to check how safe and tolerable the drug is, and how the body absorbs and processes it. The study involves about 50 participants aged 18 to 55, who wil…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Guangdong Hengrui Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can we predict the path of chronic skin disease?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study follows 1,000 people with chronic inflammatory skin diseases, such as eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea, over time. Researchers will collect detailed clinical data and biological samples to see which factors correlate with disease activity and progression. The goal is to …
Sponsor: University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a skin biopsy tell your doctor which treatment will work?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is collecting skin and blood samples from 830 people with chronic inflammatory skin diseases like psoriasis, eczema, and lupus. Researchers want to find biological markers that can predict how well a person will respond to treatment after one year. The goal is to move …
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:08 UTC
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Scientists probe hidden clot risks in autoimmune skin disorders
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at blood clotting in people with autoimmune skin diseases like bullous pemphigoid and lupus. Researchers will collect blood samples from 39 participants—some with active disease and some with mild or controlled disease—plus 15 healthy controls. They will measure …
Sponsor: University of Nebraska • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:31 UTC
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Largest skin lupus database aims to uncover disease patterns
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is building a database of 700 people with cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) to track how often it occurs and how severe it gets. Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania and UT Southwestern are collecting information over time. No new treatments are being tested…
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:01 UTC
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Scientists launch hunt for clues in autoimmune skin diseases
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a large collection of blood samples and medical information from 800 people with autoimmune or inflammatory skin diseases. Researchers will use these samples to find new biomarkers and better understand what causes these conditions. The goal is to help d…
Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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10,000 lupus patients needed for landmark online study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is a fully online registry for adults and children with lupus. Participants fill out surveys every six months about their symptoms, treatments, and quality of life. The goal is to collect real-world data to improve care and guide future research. No travel or clinic vi…
Sponsor: Lupus Foundation of America • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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New registry aims to unlock secrets of autoimmune disease in pregnancy
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis registry enrolls pregnant women or those planning pregnancy who have autoimmune diseases like lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Researchers at Duke University will track health data to find ways to improve outcomes for mothers and babies. The goal is to better understand risk f…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Lupus patients needed for Long-Term study
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a registry of 1,000 people with lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus or cutaneous lupus) to collect health information and blood samples over time. The goal is to learn how lupus changes and find better ways to treat it. Participants must be patients at Duke…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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1,000 lupus patients join hunt for skin disease genes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to collect genetic and protein data from 1,000 people with lupus-related skin disease. Researchers hope to identify the genes and proteins that cause skin lesions in lupus. The goal is to better understand the disease, improve diagnosis, and spark new drug develop…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC