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Idiopathic form of inflammatory myopathy.
Biomarker and diagnostic research for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy has been reported in the published literature.
No approved treatments are currently available for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy. An additional 2 compounds hold orphan drug designation.
While no drugs are FDA-approved specifically for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy, some of the following designated compounds may be used off-label in clinical practice. Treatment decisions should be made in consultation with a specialist familiar with this condition.
The following drugs have received orphan drug designation from the FDA for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy. Orphan designation reflects regulatory interest and does not indicate approval for treatment.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Sponsor |
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48 clinical trials registered, 26 recruiting. Interventions under study include drug therapy, biologic therapy, other interventions, and medical devices. Pipeline includes 2 PHASE3, 8 PHASE2, 15 PHASE1. Research is sponsored by a mix of industry and academic institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
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[NCT06925542](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06925542) |
Data assembled from 4 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 19, 2026, 3:00 PM UTC
Designated
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Designation Status |
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efgartigimod coformulated with recombinant human hyaluronidase PH20 | efgartigimod coformulated with recombinant human hyaluronidase PH20 | argenx BV | 2025 | — | Designated |
abatacept | abatacept | Bristol-Myers Squibb Research & Development | 2017 | — | Designated |
Gene therapy approaches for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy have been reported in the published literature.
48 trials found
A Safety and Efficacy Study Evaluating CTX112 in Adult Subjects With Refractory Autoimmune Disease |
PHASE1 |
CRISPR Therapeutics |
RECRUITING |
[NCT05251415](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05251415) | Clinico-biological Collection to Investigate the Physiopathology of Systemic Autoimmune Diseases | — | University Hospital, Toulouse | RECRUITING |
[NCT06941129](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06941129) | CAR T-cell Therapy Targeting CD19 and BCMA in Patients With Relapse/Refractory Autoimmune Diseases | PHASE1 | Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China | RECRUITING |
[NCT07085676](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07085676) | Phase 1 Study of HBI0101 CAR-T in Refractory B-Cell Autoimmune Diseases | PHASE1 | Polina Stepensky | RECRUITING |
[NCT06587724](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06587724) | Investigation of the Validity, Reliability, and Responsiveness of the BETY-BQ in Myositis | — | Hacettepe University | RECRUITING |
204 publications have been identified in PubMed for idiopathic inflammatory myopathy. Kisho has analyzed 127 by research type. Research spans Basic Science / Preclinical (28%), Review / Meta-Analysis (20%), and Epidemiology / Natural History (18%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
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Laboratory research | 35 | 28% |
Research summaries | 25 | 20% |
Disease patterns and progression | 23 | 18% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 16 | 13% |
Patient case studies | 11 | 9% |
Clinical study results | 10 | 8% |
New treatment approaches | 7 | 6% |
Barrutia-Etxebarria A (2026). [PMID: 40671636](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40671636/). *Pediatric dermatology*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Liu Y (2026). [PMID: 41789097](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41789097/). *Front Immunol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Li J (2026). [PMID: 40470565](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40470565/). *Clinical and experimental rheumatology*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Izuka S (2025). [PMID: 40181992](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40181992/). *Frontiers in immunology*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Paik JJ (2025). [PMID: 39999025](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39999025/). *Rheumatology (Oxford, England)*. [Gene Therapy / Novel Therapeutics]
Ascherman DP (2025). [PMID: 40655147](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40655147/). *Frontiers in immunology*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Haase I (2025). [PMID: 40268741](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40268741/). *Rheumatology (Oxford, England)*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Paula VT (2025). [PMID: 41272812](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41272812/). *Advances in rheumatology (London, England)*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Kocyigit M (2025). [PMID: 41129709](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41129709/). *Journal of neuromuscular diseases*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Raaphorst J (2025). [PMID: 40747756](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40747756/). *The Cochrane database of systematic reviews*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
AI-curated news mentioning idiopathic inflammatory myopathy
Updated Sep 9, 2026
A systematic review highlights the autoimmune spectrum associated with combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema, including cases of inflammatory myopathy. This research could inform future studies and treatment approaches for these interconnected conditions.
A study from Southwestern Saudi Arabia examines the clinical characteristics and malignancy prevalence in idiopathic inflammatory myopathies. This research contributes to understanding the disease's impact and associated cancer risks.
A new study presents a non-invasive model combining serum KL-6 levels and lung ultrasound B-lines to screen and predict interstitial lung disease in patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathy. This approach could enhance early detection and management of lung complications in this patient population.
The MIHRA initiative focuses on gathering patient-rooted insights to shape research in myositis and related conditions. Sponsored by multiple organizations, including Myositis International and The Myositis Association, this project emphasizes qualitative investigations to better understand patient experiences.