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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 3INTERVENTIONAL

A Study of Zasocitinib in Adults With Psoriatic Arthritis Who Have Not Taken Biologic Medicines

A Multi-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo- and Active-Controlled Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Zasocitinib (TAK-279) in Subjects With Active Psoriatic Arthritis Who Are Naïve to Biologic Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (LATITUDE-PsA-3001)

A Study of Zasocitinib in Adults With Psoriatic Arthritis Who Have Not Taken Biologic Medicines (NCT06671483) is a Phase 3 interventional studying Psoriatic Arthritis, sponsored by Takeda. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the joints and skin in people who have psoriasis (PsO). The main aim of the study is to know how well zasocitinib (TAK-279) works in participants with active PsA who have not previously been treated with biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. The participants will be treated with either zasocitinib, active comparator, or placebo. Participants will be in the study for up to 60 weeks.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 3 trials confirm efficacy and safety in large patient groups (often 300–3,000+) and form the evidence base for an FDA approval submission. For Psoriatic Arthritis, Phase 3 studies typically randomize participants between the investigational treatment and either a placebo or current standard of care. A successful Phase 3 result is the threshold most treatments need to clear before regulatory approval.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

A target enrollment of 1,088 participants makes this a sizable late-stage trial. Studies in this range typically have enough power to detect clinically meaningful differences from a comparator and to characterize less-common side effects.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: Age: 1. The participant is aged 18 years or older at the time of signing the willing to sign a consent form form (ICF). In South Korea, the age requirement for adult participants is \>=19 years of age. Disease Characteristics: 2. The participant has a diagnosis of PsA. 3. The participant must have signs and symptoms of PsA for at least 3 months prior to screening. 4. The participant meets the Classification Criteria for Psoriatic Arthritis (CASPAR criteria). 5. The participant has active arthritis as shown by a minimum of \>=3 tender joints in TJC68 and \>=3 swollen joints in SJC66 at the screening and baseline (Day 1) visits. 6. The participant has at least 1 active lesion of plaque PsO \>=2 cm in diameter, or any nail or nail bed changes characteristic of PsO. Medications for PsA: 7. The participant has had at least one of the following: 1. Inadequate response to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (not applicable in the European Union \[EU\]/ European Economic Area \[EEA\]), OR 2. Inadequate response to a conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (csDMARD). Who Should NOT Join This Trial: PsA and PsO: 1. The participant has other disease(s) that might confound the evaluations of benefit of zasocitinib therapy, including but not limited to rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Lyme disease, gout, or fibromyalgia. 2. The participant has a concomitant comorbid skin condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would interfere with the study assessments, such as evidence of non-plaque PsO (erythrodermic, pustular, predominately guttate PsO, inverse, or drug-induced PsO). Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: Age: 1. The participant is aged 18 years or older at the time of signing the informed consent form (ICF). In South Korea, the age requirement for adult participants is \>=19 years of age. Disease Characteristics: 2. The participant has a diagnosis of PsA. 3. The participant must have signs and symptoms of PsA for at least 3 months prior to screening. 4. The participant meets the Classification Criteria for Psoriatic Arthritis (CASPAR criteria). 5. The participant has active arthritis as shown by a minimum of \>=3 tender joints in TJC68 and \>=3 swollen joints in SJC66 at the screening and baseline (Day 1) visits. 6. The participant has at least 1 active lesion of plaque PsO \>=2 cm in diameter, or any nail or nail bed changes characteristic of PsO. Medications for PsA: 7. The participant has had at least one of the following: 1. Inadequate response to a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (not applicable in the European Union \[EU\]/ European Economic Area \[EEA\]), OR 2. Inadequate response to a conventional synthetic disease-modifying antirheumatic drug (csDMARD). Exclusion Criteria: PsA and PsO: 1. The participant has other disease(s) that might confound the evaluations of benefit of zasocitinib therapy, including but not limited to rheumatoid arthritis, axial spondyloarthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, Lyme disease, gout, or fibromyalgia. 2. The participant has a concomitant comorbid skin condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, would interfere with the study assessments, such as evidence of non-plaque PsO (erythrodermic, pustular, predominately guttate PsO, inverse, or drug-induced PsO).

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Zasocitinib

Zasocitinib over-encapsulated tablets.

DRUG

Active Comparator

Active comparator capsule.

DRUG

Placebo

Zasocitinib or active comparator matching placebo.

Locations (20)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

AARR- Chandler AZ
Chandler, Arizona, United States
Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Research, PLLC | Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Research, PLLC | Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Research, PLLC | Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, Arizona, United States
First OC Dermatology Research Inc.
Fountain Valley, California, United States
Purushotham & Akther Kotha MD
La Mesa, California, United States
Triwest Research Associates LLC
La Mesa, California, United States
The Cohen Medical Centers
Thousand Oaks, California, United States
Foothill Arthritis Clinic
Tujunga, California, United States
Medvin Clinical Research
Whittier, California, United States
Denver Arthritis Clinic | Denver, CO
Denver, Colorado, United States
Arthritis & Rheumatic Disease Specialties (AARDS)
Aventura, Florida, United States
RASF- Clinical Research Center
Boca Raton, Florida, United States
Clinical Research of West Florida | Clearwater, FL
Clearwater, Florida, United States
GNP Research, LLC | Hollywood, FL
Cooper City, Florida, United States
Driven Research LLC
Coral Gables, Florida, United States
Tectum Medical Research
Davie, Florida, United States
Sweet Hope Research Specialty, Inc, d/b/a Neoclinical Research
Hialeah, Florida, United States
Bioresearch Partners
Miami, Florida, United States
HMD Research LLC
Orlando, Florida, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06671483), the sponsor (Takeda), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT06671483 clinical trial studying?

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the joints and skin in people who have psoriasis (PsO). The main aim of the study is to know how well zasocitinib (TAK-279) works in participants with active PsA who have not previously been treated with biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs. The participants will be treated with either zasocitinib, active comparator, or placebo. Participants will be in the study for up to 60 weeks. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06671483?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT06671483?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT06671483. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06671483. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.