Clinical trials
Chronic Obstructive Airway Disease clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic obstructive airway disease clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 68 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07725939RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Galvokimig for moderate-to-severe COPD with chronic bronchitis
This study tests an experimental drug called Galvokimig (taken as a pill) to see if it can reduce COPD flare-ups and improve lung function in people with moderate to severe COPD and chronic bronchitis. It is for those who have had recent flare-ups and are already using maintenance inhalers.
Columbus, OhioAges 40–80 - NCT05976919Recruiting
Testing different treatable traits in lung disease and controls
This study looks at “treatable traits” (specific features of lung disease) across people with chronic airflow problems, including cystic fibrosis, and compares them with healthy volunteers. You may be asked to do several breathing and exercise tests to see how well different traits can be measured and how they relate to symptoms.
Leeds, LeedsAges 18–65 - NCT07177339RecruitingPhase 3
Testing depemokimab for COPD with type 2 inflammation
This study tests an early treatment called depemokimab for people with moderate to severe COPD who have a type of inflammation linked to high eosinophils. It aims to reduce flare-ups and improve breathing.
Newport Beach, CaliforniaAges 40–75 - NCT07512687Recruiting
Portable Oxygen During Daily Activity for Lung Disease
This study tests whether using portable oxygen during everyday activities helps people with certain lung diseases (like pulmonary fibrosis or COPD) who only experience low oxygen levels when moving around. Researchers want to see if a portable oxygen device improves how well participants can function and feel during daily life.
Buffalo, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT06653413Recruiting
Using dynamic chest x-ray to diagnose COPD
This study tests if a new type of chest x-ray (dynamic chest x-ray) can help diagnose COPD. You would breathe normally and deeply while the x-ray takes images for 20 seconds. This could be a more comfortable way to check for COPD compared to standard breathing tests.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 40–80 - NCT03890224Recruiting
Testing breathing support needs in COPD with high CO2
This trial studies how different breathing support strategies affect people with COPD who have high carbon dioxide (CO2) in their blood. It may help care teams choose safer respiratory support after a breathing machine is stopped.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18 years+ - NCT04179981Recruiting
CPAP treatment effects in older COPD and sleep apnea patients
This study looks at whether using positive airway pressure (often called CPAP) improves health outcomes in older adults who have both COPD and obstructive sleep apnea. It may help find ways to reduce symptoms and complications from “overlap” breathing problems.
Detroit, MichiganAges 60 years+ - NCT04339270RecruitingPhase 4
Testing azithromycin in chronic lung disease with frequent flare-ups
This Phase 4 study tests whether a long course of azithromycin can reduce flare-ups in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who have had recent exacerbations. It also looks at mucus properties and how flare-ups happen.
BordeauxAges 40–85 - NCT06491043RecruitingPhase 2
Stem cells for COPD: safety and early effectiveness study
This trial tests whether an infusion of donor stem cells can help people with moderate to severe COPD breathe easier. If you are a current or former smoker aged 40 to 80, your symptoms are stable, and your lung function meets specific targets, you may be able to join.
New Taipei CityAges 40–80 - NCT06625944Recruiting
How viral infections affect lung disease
This study looks at how viral infections impact people with chronic lung conditions like COPD or bronchiectasis. It aims to understand symptoms and triggers better, which could help improve future treatments.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06629675Recruiting
Personalized music to boost walking in COPD
This study tests whether a personalized music program can help people with COPD walk more and feel better. The music changes based on your walking speed to keep you motivated during a pulmonary rehab program.
Leicester, LeicestershireAges 18 years+ - NCT06735612Recruiting
RSV and COPD Flare-Ups Study
This study looks at whether RSV (a common respiratory virus) is linked to COPD flare-ups that need urgent care. By testing patients during a flare-up, researchers hope to understand how RSV affects COPD and find better ways to manage it.
BarcelonaAges 50 years+ - NCT06798077Recruiting
Chronic Lung Disease and Multiple Health Issues Study
This study follows people with chronic airway diseases like COPD, asthma, or bronchiectasis who were recently hospitalized for a worsening of their condition. It aims to understand how these diseases affect overall health and other medical problems over time.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06858748Recruiting
Mucus in airways: asthma, COPD, and chronic cough study
This study is looking at how mucus builds up in the airways of people with asthma, COPD, or chronic cough. Researchers will also compare findings to healthy volunteers. The goal is to better understand these conditions and find new ways to help.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06956742Recruiting
Breathing device study for COPD shortness of breath after exercise
This trial tests a device that briefly opens your airways to help release trapped air after exercise. It may reduce shortness of breath and improve your daily life with COPD.
Rouen, NormandyAges 18 years+ - NCT06959095RecruitingPhase 3
Depemokimab for COPD with type 2 inflammation
This trial tests a new medicine, depemokimab, given as an injection to help reduce flare-ups (exacerbations) in adults with moderate to severe COPD who have a certain type of inflammation. The goal is to see if it can keep you healthier for longer with fewer serious breathing attacks.
Loxahatchee Groves, FloridaAges 40–80 - NCT06961214RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new biologic for COPD with type 2 inflammation
This trial tests a medicine called depemokimab for people with COPD and a specific type of inflammation (type 2). It aims to see if it can reduce flare-ups when added to standard inhaler therapy.
Sheffield, AlabamaAges 40–80 - NCT06971874Recruiting
Sleep apnea and kidney disease: A study on outcomes
This trial looks at how obstructive sleep apnea affects people with chronic kidney disease (stages 3-4). It aims to help understand the connection between these conditions and guide better care.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07047092RecruitingPhase 3
CPAP vs. NIV for sleep apnea in COPD after breathing failure
This trial compares two breathing devices (CPAP and NIV) for people with both COPD and sleep apnea who recently needed breathing help in the hospital. The goal is to see which device works better at preventing future breathing emergencies.
ParisAges 18–84 - NCT07053423RecruitingPhase 4
Dupilumab for COPD with airway inflammation
This study tests if a drug called dupilumab, given as a shot under the skin, can reduce airway inflammation in people aged 40-85 with moderate-to-severe COPD who also have signs of a specific type of inflammation called Type 2. It may help if you have frequent flare-ups and are already using multiple inhalers.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–85 - NCT07068438Recruiting
Pulsed electric field for chronic bronchitis
This study tests a new treatment that uses brief electric pulses to clear blocked airways in people with chronic bronchitis. It might help if you have a long-term cough with mucus and standard medicines aren't enough.
Hefei, AnuiAges 35–80 - NCT07140328RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new inhaler for COPD symptoms
This trial tests two forms of a new medication (HSK39004) in people with COPD. The goal is to see if they help improve breathing and are safe. Eligible participants must be between 40 and 80, have moderate to severe COPD, and be able to stop other COPD treatments during the study.
Nanchang, JiangsuAges 40–80 - NCT07190209RecruitingPhase 3
Testing lunsekimig for COPD with frequent flare-ups
This trial tests a new medicine called lunsekimig for people with COPD that still causes flare-ups despite standard treatment. It focuses on people with higher blood eosinophils (a type of white blood cell). If you smoke or used to smoke and have had at least 2 moderate or 1 severe flare-up in the past year, this study may be an option.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 40–80 - NCT07190222RecruitingPhase 3
New medicine for COPD with frequent flare-ups
This study tests a new medicine called Lunsekimig for people with COPD that has frequent flare-ups and high eosinophil levels (a sign of inflammation). It aims to see if it can help control symptoms better than a placebo (a dummy treatment).
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic obstructive airway disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 68 recruiting chronic obstructive airway disease studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chronic obstructive airway disease trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chronic obstructive airway disease trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.