๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-07

Inhaled Treprostinil for Dyspnea and Exercise Intolerance in Mild COPD (NCT06969573)

The Impact of Inhaled Treprostinil on Dyspnea and Exercise Intolerance in Mild COPD; a Pilot and Feasibility Trial

๐Ÿ”ต Active, Not Recruiting Phase2 ๐Ÿ’Š Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Alberta

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the impact of inhaled Treprostinil on breathlessness and low exercise capacity in patients living with mild chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Participants will be asked to: * Perform lung function and exercise tests * Have ultrasound of their heart * Have CT images of their lungs * Visit the lab on 5 different occasions (plus one visit to the CT imaging clinic) The researchers will compare the effectiveness and feasibility of inhaled Treprostinil to improve breathlessness upon exertion and exercise capacity

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Clinical Physiology Laboratory โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

Age range: 50 Years to 85 Years

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Clinical Physiology Laboratory โ€” Edmonton, Alberta

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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