Psoriasis Clinical Trial
The Effectiveness of Lower Cyclosporine Doses for Psoriasis
Summary
This study will evaluate whether lower doses of cyclosporine can cause fewer side effects and still produce the same beneficial results that are seen with a standard cyclosporine dose regimen when treating individuals with moderate to severe psoriasis.
Full Description
Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory skin disease. It is believed to be caused by an overactive immune system that speeds the growth of skin cells. This abnormal skin growth results in patches of inflamed skin, which can itch, crack, and bleed. Cyclosporine is an immunosuppressant drug that is used in more severe cases of psoriasis to slow down the growth of skin cells. However, cyclosporine use is associated with several side effects, including kidney damage, high blood pressure, and skin sensitivity. This study will evaluate whether lower doses of cyclosporine can cause fewer side effects and still produce the same beneficial results that are seen with the standard administration of cyclosporine.
Participants in this study will receive treatment with cyclosporine for up to 30 weeks. Study visits will occur every 2 weeks and will include a physical exam, a psoriasis symptom evaluation, blood collection, and various questionnaires on quality-of-life issues. Participants will be followed for 2 years.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
Good health
Exception that has been resistant to psoralen and ultraviolet A radiation (PUVA), methotrexate, and retinoids
Moderate to severe, stable plaque psoriasis
Normal organ and marrow function
HIV uninfected
Exclusion Criteria:
Topical therapy within 4 weeks of study entry
Use of systemic, intralesional, or phototherapy within 1 year of study entry
Use of cyclosporine in the past or use of other immunosuppressive medication within 6 months of study entry
Inability to be followed or monitored regularly on a weekly basis
Poorly controlled hypertension
Severe infection, internal malignancy, immunodeficiency, gout, or liver disease
Received more than 1,000 treatments of ultraviolet A (UVA)
History of allergic reaction attributed to compounds of similar chemical or biological composition to cyclosporine
Uncontrolled active infection, symptomatic congestive heart failure, unstable angina pectoris, or cardiac arrhythmia that would limit study participation
Women of childbearing potential and men unwilling to use adequate contraception (hormonal or barrier method of birth control or abstinence) prior to study entry and for the duration of the study
Pregnant
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Rochester New York, 14642, United States
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