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Aritinercept

Phase 1

Myasthenia Gravis, Generalized | Small molecule | Neurology |Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc|Last Updated: Aug 3, 2026

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetBAFF/APRIL
ModalitySmall molecule

Success Probability

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment81

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Aritinercept · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT07596901Study of Aritinercept in Patients With Generalized Myasthenia GravisMyasthenia Gravis, Generalized
RECRUITING81 Analytics
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Study of Aritinercept in Patients With Generalized Myasthenia Gravis
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

To assess the safety and tolerability of aritinercept: Incidence of treatment-emergent adverse events
Baseline to study completion, up to 73 weeks

Secondary Endpoints

To assess the efficacy of aritinercept: Change from baseline in Myasthenia Gravis Activities of Daily Living (MG-ADL) total score
Baseline to 16 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelSEQUENTIAL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
AritinerceptEXPERIMENTALDouble-Blind Treatment Period: Aritinercept by subcutaneous injection Open-Label Treatment Period: Aritinercept by subcutaneous injection
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORDouble-Blind Treatment Period: Placebo by subcutaneous injection Open-Label Treatment Period: Aritinercept by subcutaneous injection

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
AritinerceptDRUGFor subcutaneous injection
PlaceboOTHERFor subcutaneous injection
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 85 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites11

Key Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients (18-85 years old) * Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America (MGFA) Class II-IV gMG * Additional inclusion criteria are defined in the protocol Key Exclusion Criteria: * Current or medical history of malignancy within the last 5 years * Pregnant, breastfeed...

Countries:United States
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

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Frequently asked questions about Aritinercept

What is Aritinercept used for?

Aritinercept is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of generalized myasthenia gravis, a chronic autoimmune neuromuscular disease. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

What does Aritinercept target?

Aritinercept targets BAFF/APRIL, which are cytokines involved in B-cell survival and antibody production. By modulating this pathway, the drug aims to address the autoimmune processes underlying generalized myasthenia gravis.

Who is developing Aritinercept?

Aritinercept is being developed by Aurinia Pharmaceuticals Inc, a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol AUPH. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy.

What phase is Aritinercept in?

Aritinercept is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not yet received regulatory approval and is still undergoing clinical trials to assess its safety and effectiveness in patients.

What clinical trials is Aritinercept in?

Aritinercept is being studied in a Phase 1 clinical trial with the identifier NCT07596901. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is recruiting 81 participants with generalized myasthenia gravis in the United States.

Is Aritinercept the same as any other drug?

No alternative names for Aritinercept have been reported. It is identified solely by its generic name and is being investigated under the clinical trial NCT07596901 for generalized myasthenia gravis.