How asthma medications work during pregnancy
Physiologically-Based Pharmacokinetic (PBPK) Modeling of Asthma Drugs during Pregnancy
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF UTAH · NIH-10985761
This study is looking at how pregnancy and asthma change the way medications work in the body, with the goal of finding better ways to treat pregnant women with asthma to keep both moms and their babies healthy.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF UTAH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10985761 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates how pregnancy and chronic diseases like asthma affect the way medications are processed in the body. It focuses on developing advanced modeling techniques to better understand drug behavior in pregnant individuals. By studying the pharmacokinetics of asthma drugs, the research aims to improve treatment strategies for pregnant women with asthma, ensuring both maternal and fetal health. The project involves collaboration with experts in pharmacology, maternal-fetal medicine, and epidemiology.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women who have asthma and are seeking better management of their condition.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or do not have asthma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective asthma treatments for pregnant women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in using pharmacokinetic modeling to improve drug safety and efficacy in special populations, including pregnant women.
Where this research is happening
SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF UTAH — SALT LAKE CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOB, KATHLEEN MARIE — UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
- Study coordinator: JOB, KATHLEEN MARIE
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.