Abbvie ((ABBV)), Abbvie (($CC:ABBV.CUR)) announced an update on their ongoing clinical study.
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AbbVie is conducting a Phase 3 study titled A Phase 3 Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Double-Blind Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Upadacitinib in Adult and Adolescent Subjects With Alopecia Areata and at Least 25% Scalp Hair Loss. The study aims to assess the safety, effectiveness, and tolerability of upadacitinib in treating severe alopecia areata (AA) in adolescents and adults in Japan. This study is significant as AA is an autoimmune condition causing hair loss, impacting quality of life.
The intervention involves the use of upadacitinib, an approved drug, administered as oral tablets. Participants are divided into groups receiving different doses or a placebo, with the goal of evaluating the drug’s impact on hair regrowth and safety over time.
The study design is interventional with a randomized, parallel assignment model. It is double-blind, meaning neither participants nor investigators know who receives the treatment or placebo. The primary purpose is treatment-focused, aiming to determine the drug’s efficacy and safety.
The study began on June 19, 2025, with a primary completion date estimated for later phases. The last update was submitted on July 29, 2025, indicating ongoing recruitment and progress.
The market implications of this study are significant for AbbVie, as positive results could enhance its market position in the dermatological treatment sector, potentially boosting stock performance. Investors may view this as a strategic move to capture a share of the alopecia treatment market, with competitors likely monitoring the outcomes closely.
The study is currently ongoing, with further details available on the ClinicalTrials portal.