Efficacy and Safety of Secukinumab in Patients With New Onset of Giant Cell Arteritis Who Are in Clinical Remission

Summary

The purpose of this study is to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of subcutaneously (s.c.) administered secukinumab 300 mg in combination with glucocorticoid taper regimen compared to placebo in combination with glucocorticoid taper regimen, in adult patients with new onset of giant cell arteritis (GCA) who are in clinical remission and who are eligible for treatment with glucocorticoid-monotherapy as per current clinical practice and treatment guidelines for the targeted participant population, thereby supporting health technology assessments (HTAs) of secukinumab in Germany.

Timeline

Start

2022-09-29

Primary completion

2026-02-24

Completion

2026-02-24

Drugs

Indications