New treatment option for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Official title Pharmacological Activation of HMN for OSA Aim 2
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03858751
What this study is testing
What is LTM1201AZ?
LTM1201AZ is an investigational medicine, given as a pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is common and has major health implications but treatment options are limited. OSA patients show a marked reduction in upper airway (UA) dilator muscle activity at sleep onset and this phenomenon leads to increased collapsibility of UA compared to normal subjects.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 70
You may be able to join if
- AHI \> 10 events/h during NREM supine sleep
You likely can't join if
- Any medical condition other than well controlled hypertension and mild diabetes.
- Any medication known to influence breathing, sleep/arousal, or muscle physiology.
- Claustrophobia.
- Inability to sleep supine.
- Allergy to any of the medications tested in the protocol.
- History of kidney stones, hypercalcemia, primary hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, hypervitaminosis D.
See the full eligibility criteria
- AHI \> 10 events/h during NREM supine sleep
- Any medical condition other than well controlled hypertension and mild diabetes.
- Any medication known to influence breathing, sleep/arousal, or muscle physiology.
- Claustrophobia.
- Inability to sleep supine.
- Allergy to any of the medications tested in the protocol.
- History of kidney stones, hypercalcemia, primary hyperparathyroidism, sarcoidosis, hypervitaminosis D.
- Individuals with underlying cardiac disease, such as arrhythmias.
- Individuals taking psychiatric medications, such as an MAO-I, SSRI or SNRI, or any of the studied medications for medical care.
- For women: Pregnancy.
- Pulmonary hypertension
- Severe OSA with a mean SaO2 lower than 88%
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.