NCT06684522 · Northwestern University
Upadacitinib as a Novel Treatment for Refractory Eyelid Dermatitis
What this study is about
This study aims to assess the effectiveness of upadacitinib in eyelid dermatitis that has not resolved with topical therapies and patch testing.
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This study aims to assess the efficacy of upadacitinib in eyelid dermatitis that has not resolved with topical therapies and patch testing.
Interventions
DRUG
Upadacitinib 15 MG
Upadacitinib 15mg daily
Primary outcome measures
Reduction in Investigator Global Assessment (IGA)
Time frame: 12 weeks
Reduction in baseline IGA score at week 12 compared to week 0
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Individuals age 18-70 years old with eyelid dermatitis for at least two months
- Failure of at least one topical prescription cream for the eyelid dermatitis (steroid, pimecrolimus, tacrolimus, crisaborole, or ruxolitinib)
- Women of reproductive potential must agree to using effective contraception during treatment and for 4 weeks following the final dose of Upadacitinib.
- Willing and able participants that provide informed consent
- Willing and able participants that comply with study activities
Exclusion criteria
- Self-reported history of allergic response to upadacitinib
- Subject with self-reported history of heart disease, stroke, or neurological conditions
- Currently taking topical medications for eyelid dermatitis within one week of starting study drug
- Women who are pregnant, nursing, or who may become pregnant during the study
- Non-English-speaking subjects
- Patients with an active serious infection
- Patients with active TB or latent TB, patients should be tested for TB prior to upadacitinib treatment.
- Patients with active HBV/HCV or abnormal lab ranges, Lab Data: Hb\<8g/dL, ALC\<500 cells/mm3 and ANC \<1000 cells/mm3
- Patients with a history of malignancy within the last 5 years other than successfully treated NMSC.
Where
- Chicago, Illinois
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Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced May 26, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations