#D-104 AAD 2024 - September 2025

Dupilumab Efficacy in Adolescent Atopic Dermatitis

Dr. Patricia Johnson, Dr. Mark Davis, Dr. Susan Taylor, Dr. Christopher Lee
Therapeutic Area: Dermatology
Company: Pfizer
Study Type: Clinical Trial

Key Findings

Dupilumab achieved clear/almost clear skin in 42% of adolescents by week 16. Significant improvement in itch and quality of life.

Summary

Dupilumab achieved clear/almost clear skin in 42% of adolescents by week 16. Significant improvement in itch and quality of life.

Study Design

Phase 3 trial in 350 adolescents (12-17 years) with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis inadequately controlled by topicals.

Methods

Subcutaneous dupilumab vs placebo for 16 weeks. Primary endpoints: IGA 0/1 and EASI-75 at week 16.

Results

IGA 0/1: 42% vs 8% (p<0.001). EASI-75: 67% vs 19%. Peak pruritus NRS reduction: 47% vs 18%.

Conclusions

Dupilumab demonstrates strong efficacy and safety in adolescents, offering systemic alternative to topical therapies.

Full Abstract

This study examined dupilumab efficacy in adolescent atopic dermatitis in a comprehensive clinical investigation.