The results of multiple observational studies and randomized control trials have shown that Rituximab, a chimeric monoclonal antibody against the cluster of differentiation antigen 20 (CD20) antigen on B cells, is safe and effective for children with complicated steroid-dependent/ frequently-relapsing nephrotic syndrome (SDFRNS) without corticosteroid or immunosuppressive therapy. Single rituximab infusion has been shown to be efficacious for 6 to 12 months, the reported median relapse-free period was 9 months. Our previous study found that Mycophenolate mofetil can further improve the sustained remission time.~All patients will be treated with 2 doses of Rituximab 375 mg/m2 iv at time 0 and 7 days. Addition of Maintenance Mycophenolate Mofetil or placebo from 4 Month onwards. The expected duration of the follow-up is 12 months, consisting of 12 visits.
The aim of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of maintenance Mycophenolate Mofetil following single course of Rituximab in maintaining remission over 12 months among Children with frequently-relapsing or steroid-dependent nephrotic syndrome