BridgeMD
New treatment option for Asthma
Official title Effects of Salbutamol in Athletes and Implications for Screening and Sports
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07037511
What this study is testing
What is Salbutamol?
Salbutamol is an investigational medicine, given as an inhaled treatment, being studied as a potential treatment for asthma.
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
- β2-Agonists, commonly used to treat asthma, have also been used by athletes to enhance performance, leading to their ban by the International Olympic Committee in 1972. Research has shown non-asthmatics receive no benefit from these drugs at therapeutic dosages; however, many elite athletes still use them, and asthmatic athletes often win more Olympic medals.
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
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 55. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Aerobic capacity (V̇O2max) greater than 120% predicted
- Body mass index (BMI) \> 18 and \< 30 kg/m2
- Ability to read and understand English
- Currently training and/or competing in endurance sports (i.e. running or cycling)
You likely can't join if
- Smoking history or currently smoking. Currently smoking is defined as regular use of cigarettes or cannabis at any point in the past year. History of...
- Use of cannabis within the past 30 days or has a smoking history of at least 1 pack year.
- Use of vaping devices or e-cigarettes in the past 30 days, or has used them more than 10 times in their lifetime.
- History or current symptoms of cardiopulmonary disease (excluding controlled asthma)
- Contraindications to exercise testing defined as anything that would prevent exercise under proper and safe conditions (e.g., a problem with the...
- Neuromuscular or musculoskeletal condition
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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 55 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
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.