Herbal medicine for flu-triggered COPD flare-ups
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests a traditional Chinese herbal formula called Xuanfei Jiangzhuo Decoction to see if it helps people with COPD who get sick with the flu. It may reduce the severity of flare-ups caused by influenza.
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Who can take part
- You must be 60 years or older.
- You must have COPD and a current flu infection confirmed by a test.
- You cannot have pneumonia or heart failure at the start of the trial.
- You cannot be allergic to any part of the study herb mixture.
- You cannot have a serious bacterial infection requiring antibiotics right now.
- You cannot have severe organ problems like serious heart, liver, or kidney disease.
Quick eligibility check
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