Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 to 39

Effects of Vilanterol and Fluticasone on Exercise Performance

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

Run by University of Copenhagen · NCT06066606 · Data updated 2026-11-12

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

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 39 Years
SexAll
Enrollment30 (estimated)
SponsorUniversity of Copenhagen
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Copenhagen, DK)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 3, 2023
Main results expectedJuly 15, 2026
Study endsDecember 1, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 10, 2025
Trial IDNCT06066606 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

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

Probably 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.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

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.

Why it matters

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

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

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 it's running

  • August Krogh Building
    Copenhagen, Dk, Denmark
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Morten Hostrup, PhD — University of Copenhagen
  • Study coordinator: Morten Hostrup, PhD
  • Email: mhostrup@nexs.ku.dk
  • Phone: +4535321595

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.