Tests treatment safety and results for Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Official title NAL ER IPF Respiratory Function and Safety Study
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07036029
What this study is testing
What is NAL ER?
NAL ER is an investigational medicine, given as a pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Also referred to as Nalbuphine.
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
- The primary purpose of this study is to assess the safety and tolerability of escalating doses of NAL ER and to evaluate its effect on respiratory function in participants with IPF.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of IPF as determined by a pulmonologist based on American Thoracic Society (ATS)/ European Respiratory Society (ERS) / Japanese Respiratory...
- SpO2 ≥ 92%, taken after at least 5 minutes in a sitting position, undisturbed and non-stimulated - Saturation of Hemoglobin with Oxygen as measured...
- FVC ≥ 40% of Global Lung Function Initiative (GLI) 2012 predicted values- Forced Vital Capacity, as determined by spirometry adhering to ATS/ERS...
You likely can't join if
- Exacerbation of IPF in the last 3 months.
- Positive results for coronavirus infection (COVID-19) at Day -2, prior to Admission to the clinical research unit (CRU).
- Diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), or an forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1)/forced vital capacity (FVC) \<0.8.
- Currently using any overnight oxygen therapy at any level or delivered by any modality. Intermittent daytime oxygen use of any duration is allowed.
- Diagnosis of sleep disordered breathing (e.g., sleep apnea).
- Upper or lower respiratory tract infection within the 8 weeks prior to admission to the CRU.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of IPF as determined by a pulmonologist based on American Thoracic Society (ATS)/ European Respiratory Society (ERS) / Japanese Respiratory Society (JRS) / Asociación Latinoamericana de Tórax (ALAT) guidelines.
- SpO2 ≥ 92%, taken after at least 5 minutes in a sitting position, undisturbed and non-stimulated - Saturation of Hemoglobin with Oxygen as measured by pulse oximetry.
- FVC ≥ 40% of Global Lung Function Initiative (GLI) 2012 predicted values- Forced Vital Capacity, as determined by spirometry adhering to ATS/ERS guidelines.
- Exacerbation of IPF in the last 3 months.
- Positive results for coronavirus infection (COVID-19) at Day -2, prior to Admission to the clinical research unit (CRU).
- Diagnosis of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), or an forced expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1)/forced vital capacity (FVC) \<0.8.
- Currently using any overnight oxygen therapy at any level or delivered by any modality. Intermittent daytime oxygen use of any duration is allowed.
- Diagnosis of sleep disordered breathing (e.g., sleep apnea).
- Upper or lower respiratory tract infection within the 8 weeks prior to admission to the CRU.
- Clinical history of aspiration pneumonitis. Note: Other inclusion/exclusion criteria mentioned in the protocol may apply.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Manchester, United Kingdom
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
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Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rochester, Minnesota, United States; Manchester, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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