Conditions
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension
Trial Purpose
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of once daily oral inhalation dose of MK-5475 380 µg in participants 40 to 85 years (inclusive) with Pulmonary Hypertension associated with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (PH-COPD).
The primary hypothesis of the study is MK-5475, a soluble Guanylate Cyclase (sGC) stimulator is superior to placebo in increasing 6 Minute Walking Distance (6MWD) from baseline at Week 24.
NATIONAL TRIAL REFERENCE NUMBER
NCT05612035
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Eligibility
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Age Range
40 - 85
Sex
All
About The Study
Trial Phase
Trial Phase 2
In Phase 2 trials, researchers try to find out if a treatment works in about 100 to 500 participants – usually people who have the health condition the treatment is intended to treat. In vaccine trials, the participants are usually healthy. Phase 2 trials may happen in a doctor’s office, a clinic, or a hospital.
Trial start and end dates
- Actual study start date March 16, 2023
- Estimated primary completion date April 7, 2026
- Estimated study completion date March 23, 2028
Trial Locations
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What can you do next?
If you think this clinical trial might be a good fit and you are interested in taking part, take the next step to see if you are eligible.
Taking part in a clinical trial is an important decision
If you are considering joining a clinical trial, first learn as much as you can about:
- The investigational treatment that is being studied
- What the risks and possible benefits are for participants
Talk to your doctor about the clinical trial before you decide to join.
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