Overview

The Possible Efficacy and Protective Effect of Empagliflozin in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Treated with Methotrexate

Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING

Trial end date:
2025-04-10

Target enrollment:

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Summary

The primary aim of this clinical trial is to Evaluate the Possible Efficacy and Protective Effect of Empagliflozin in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Treated with Methotrexate. Methodology: This is a randomized, double blind placebo controlled parallel study that will be conducted on 44 patients with active rheumatoid arthritis. Group1 (placebo group; n=22) which will receive IM or SC Methotrexate plus placebo tablet once daily for 3 months. Group2 (Empa group; n=22) which will receive IM or SC Methotrexate plus Empa tablets 25 mg once daily for 3 months. Duration: 3 months Monitoring: Participants will be followed up by weekly telephone calls and monthly direct meeting at scheduled visits to assess their adherence and to report any drug related adverse effects. In summary, this clinical trial is designed to determine if empagliflozin is a safe and effective treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Treated with Methotrexate by comparing its effects to a placebo and closely monitoring participants throughout the study.

Phase:

PHASE4

Details

Lead Sponsor:

Tanta University

Treatments:

empagliflozin