Effects of Vilanterol and Fluticasone on Exercise Performance

Physiological Response to U-LABA/ICS With Emphasis on Exercise Performance, Vilanterol

Not applicable Interventional University of Copenhagen · NCT06066606

This study tests if inhaling a combination of vilanterol and fluticasone can help young, active people improve their exercise performance.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment30 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 39 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversity of Copenhagen Academic / other
Locations1 site (Copenhagen, DK)
Trial IDNCT06066606 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This project investigates how exercise performance in physically active individuals is affected by the acute inhalation of the beta2-agonist vilanterol combined with fluticasone furoate. Participants will receive either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo to assess the impact on their exercise capacity. The study focuses on individuals aged 18-39 who have a high level of maximal oxygen consumption. The goal is to determine the efficacy of this treatment in enhancing exercise performance.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are physically active individuals aged 18-39 with high maximal oxygen consumption.

Not a fit: Patients with severe asthma or those on chronic treatment with long-acting beta2-agonists or corticosteroids may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved exercise performance for patients using bronchodilators.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar approaches, but this specific combination is being explored for the first time.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18-39
* Physically active \> 5 h weekly
* Maximal oxygen consumption classified as high or very high

Exclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosed with severe asthma and been in treatment with long-acting beta2-agonist/corticosteroid
* ECG abnormality
* ACQ score \> 1.5
* Severe bronchial hyperreactivity as determined by mannitol test
* FEV1/FVC ratio \< 0.7 determined with spirometry
* Chronic illness determined to be a potential risk for participant during study
* In chronic treatment with medication that may interfere with study results
* Pregnancy
* Smoker
* Blood donation during the past 3 months

Where this trial is running

Copenhagen, DK

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Exercise Performance
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