Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

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What is a clinical research study?

A clinical research study, also known as a clinical trial, is a medical study that helps to answer important questions about a study drug, such as:

  • Is it safe?
  • Does it work?
  • Are there side effects?

Some research studies are designed to answer questions about the safety and efficacy of potential new drugs, and some research studies evaluate drugs that have already been approved. However, all drugs must be tested in clinical research studies before they can be approved for doctors to give to patients. Without people taking part in these research studies, we would not have new drugs.

Are there safety measures for clinical research study participants?

Your wellbeing and safety are the most important parts of a clinical research study.

Before a clinical research study can begin, a team of experts makes sure it is safe and ethical. Ethical means that the research study is honest, fair, and treats people with respect. These experts check that the possible benefits of taking part in the research study are greater than the possible risks.

Before you decide if you want to take part in a research study, the possible risks will be explained in detail to you. This step is known as “informed consent.”

Does participating in a research study cost me anything?

If you qualify for and agree to participate in the research study, you will not have to pay for study-related care and drugs. In addition, reimbursement for study-related travel expenses may be available.

What happens once a research study is finished?

When a research study is over, the sponsor may seek to publish the results (in a scientific journal, for example). Study results will also be posted on ClinicalTrials.gov after all study participants have completed the research study and study data has been analyzed. Your identity will remain confidential and participants will remain anonymous to the sponsor. Only overall summary data results from participants will be publicly shared. Research results will never contain your name and will never publicly report your individual data.

Why did I not qualify for a research study?

Research studies are designed in specific ways to test drugs for safety and efficacy. One or more of the answers that you provided were outside of the guidelines for the research study. This does not mean you will not qualify for different research studies.

Is there a placebo in this research study?

No, there is no placebo used in this study. If you prequalify for a research study, the study clinic staff can answer any questions you may have.

What are the drugs being tested?

This research study is evaluating the safety and efficacy of an approved drug compared to another approved drug in participants with atopic dermatitis (AD). If you prequalify, the study clinic staff can answer any questions you may have.

What about my current medications?

Do not discontinue any medication unless you are advised to do so by the study clinic staff or your primary care provider.

How long is this research study?

This research study will last up to 9 months. If you prequalify, the study clinic staff can answer any questions you may have about the study duration and visit schedule. You can also leave the research study at any time for any reason.

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