NCT06684522EARLY_PHASE1Recruiting
Upadacitinib as a Novel Treatment for Refractory Eyelid Dermatitis
Northwestern University
Start Date
12/18/2025
Completion Date
6/1/2027
Summary
This study aims to assess the efficacy of upadacitinib in eyelid dermatitis that has not resolved with topical therapies and patch testing.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to 70 years
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.
Interventions
DRUG
Upadacitinib 15 MG
Conditions
Eyelid Dermatitis
Locations
Northwestern University Department of Dermatology
Chicago, Illinois 60611
United States