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Could fewer infusions tame thyroid eye disease?

NCT ID NCT07308964

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares a shortened 4-infusion course of the drug Teprotumumab (Tepezza) against the standard 8-infusion course for people with active thyroid eye disease. Only patients who show a good early response will be eligible for the shorter regimen. The goal is to see if fewer infusions can be just as effective and safe, potentially saving time and reducing side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Teprotumumab (Tepezza)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could mean fewer infusions for patients who respond quickly, reducing treatment burden and side effects while maintaining effectiveness.
What could go wrong
This is a small Phase 4 study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The shorter course might not control the disease as well long-term, and risks like hearing problems or muscle spasms from teprotumumab remain.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

About 40 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jan 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must have a confirmed diagnosis of active Thyroid Eye Disease (TED). * Participants must be eligible for and have started the standard Teprotumumab (Tepezza) treatment protocol. * Participants must demonstrate a significant clinical response by the 4th infusion. * Ability to understand and provide signed written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous use of Teprotumumab or other biologic therapies for TED. * Participants who do not show early clinical response after the 4th infusion. * Participants who have any medical contraindications to Teprotumumab or any of its components. * Participants who have any known hearing problems.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

endocrine exophthalmos Graves Ophthalmopathy

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