๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-29

Upadacitinib Combined With Corticosteroids vs Corticosteroid Monotherapy Induction for Inpatients and Outpatients With Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis (NCT07258771)

Acute Severe Ulcerative Colitis- Upadacitinib Combined With Corticosteroids vs Corticosteroid Monotherapy Induction While Transitioning Away From the Emergency Setting (ACUTE): A Phase IV, Single Center, Partially Blinded, Randomized Study

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase4 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: Berinstein, Jeffrey

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This trial is being conducted to learn more about the optimal sequence of various medications in the management of acute severe ulcerative colitis (ASUC). This research is studying multiple drugs already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The goal of this study is to test the early efficacy and safety of upadacitinib (Rinvoq) and corticosteroids compared to corticosteroids alone as induction therapy for both inpatients and outpatients with ASUC.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Michigan โ€” Ann Arbor, Michigan

Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years

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๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Michigan โ€” Ann Arbor, Michigan

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (734) 647-2564

Email: saunayma@umich.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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