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roflumilast 0.3% foam

Phase 2

Hidradenitis Suppurativa | Small molecule | Dermatology |Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc.|Last Updated: Dec 23, 2025

Target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Topical roflumilast 0.3% foam, Roflumilast topical 0.3% foam

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Trial Design

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Total Trials1
Total Enrollment10

FDA Designations

FAST_TRACK

Clinical trial landscape

roflumilast 0.3% foam · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 2
NCT07077902A Study for Evaluating Safety & Efficacy of Topical Roflumilast 0.3% Foam in Hidradenitis SuppurativaHidradenitis Suppurativa
RECRUITING10 Analytics
NCT07105254An Open-label Single Center, Proof of Concept Study Evaluating the Efficacy of Roflumilast Foam 0.3% in Pediatric Patients With Non-Segmental Vitiligo (NSV)Non-segmental Vitiligo
RECRUITING20 Analytics
PHASE2RECRUITING
A Study for Evaluating Safety & Efficacy of Topical Roflumilast 0.3% Foam in Hidradenitis Suppurativa
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PHASE2RECRUITING
An Open-label Single Center, Proof of Concept Study Evaluating the Efficacy of Roflumilast Foam 0.3% in Pediatric Patients With Non-Segmental Vitiligo (NSV)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Measure the change in gene expression profile at week 16 of using topical roflumilast vs baseline
Baseline, 16 weeks

The investigators will perform gene expression profiling (GEP) using RNA sequencing on tape strips collected before and after treatment with topical roflumilast. Sixteen tape strips from lesional skin will be performed before treatment with topical roflumilast and after 4 months of treatment for gene expression profiling.

The primary endpoint of this study is the number patients achieving F-VASI 50.
Week 24

The number of patients achieving a 50% improvement in their facial Vitiligo Area \& Severity Index score (F-VASI 50) at week 24.

Secondary Endpoints

Measure the overall response rate of topical roflumilast when applied to the skin of HS patients.
Baseline, 4 months
Measure the change in quality of life for HS patients applying topical roflumilast to their skin
Baseline, 1 month, 4 months
Measure the change in numerical pain score for HS patients applying topical roflumilast to their skin
Baseline, 1 month, 4 months
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationNA
MaskingNONE
ModelSINGLE_GROUP
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
HS patients armEXPERIMENTALPatients must have a diagnosis of HS based upon the clinical criteria of a history of more or equal than 5 typical lesions (erythematous papules, nodules, or abscesses) in flexural sites with a recurring nature over time. Patients must be candidate for topical therapy defined by active Hurley stage I or Hurley stage II/III with active disease after an adequate trial of systemic antibiotics/hormonal/immunomodulatory or biologic therapy.
Open-label single center, proof of concept study evaluating the efficacy of Roflumilast foam 0.3%EXPERIMENTAL -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Topical roflumilast 0.3% foamDRUGTopical roflumilast is a potent phosphodiesterase 4 (PDE4) inhibitor approved for the treatment of psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and atopic dermatitis
Roflumilast topical 0.3% foamDRUGRoflumilast 0.3% topical foam
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 90 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites4

Inclusion Criteria: * Must understand the risks and the benefits/purpose of the study and provide signed and dated informed consent. * Must be 18 years at time of signing informed consent form. * Willing to participate in all required evaluations and procedures in the study including the ability to...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about roflumilast 0.3% foam

What is Roflumilast 0.3% foam used for?

Roflumilast 0.3% foam is an investigational topical small molecule being studied for non-segmental vitiligo and hidradenitis suppurativa. It is a dermatology product developed by Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc. (ARQT). The foam is currently in Phase 2 clinical trials for both conditions.

What does Roflumilast 0.3% foam target?

Roflumilast 0.3% foam is a topical formulation of roflumilast, a phosphodiesterase-4 (PDE4) inhibitor. By inhibiting PDE4, it reduces inflammation, which is relevant to the dermatological conditions it is being studied for. The drug is in Phase 2 development for non-segmental vitiligo and hidradenitis suppurativa.

Who makes Roflumilast 0.3% foam?

Roflumilast 0.3% foam is being developed by Arcutis Biotherapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded under the ticker ARQT. The company is conducting Phase 2 clinical trials of the foam for non-segmental vitiligo and hidradenitis suppurativa.

What phase is Roflumilast 0.3% foam in?

Roflumilast 0.3% foam is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by the FDA. The FDA has granted it Fast Track designation. Two Phase 2 trials are currently recruiting participants.

What clinical trials is Roflumilast 0.3% foam in?

Roflumilast 0.3% foam is being studied in two Phase 2 trials. NCT07077902 evaluates the foam in hidradenitis suppurativa with 10 participants. NCT07105254 is an open-label proof-of-concept study in pediatric patients with non-segmental vitiligo, enrolling 20 participants. Both trials are recruiting in the United States.

Is Roflumilast 0.3% foam the same as topical roflumilast 0.3% foam?

Yes, Roflumilast 0.3% foam is also known as topical roflumilast 0.3% foam or roflumilast topical 0.3% foam. These names all refer to the same investigational product being developed by Arcutis Biotherapeutics for dermatological conditions.