Weekly injection vs IV infusion for alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
Part of Digestive system, Genetic & congenital, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a new weekly injection form of alpha-1 antitrypsin replacement therapy (a protein your body lacks) works as well as the standard IV infusion you may currently receive. The goal is to offer a more convenient treatment option for people with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (a genetic lung condition).
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have a genetic diagnosis of alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD), confirmed by blood test if not already documented
- Your lung function must be moderately reduced (FEV₁ between 25–80% of predicted), consistent with COPD stages II–IV
- You cannot have had a severe lung flare-up in the 4 weeks before starting the trial
- You must be willing to stop any current alpha-1 antitrypsin treatment and switch to the study drug for the duration
- You cannot have had lung surgery (except biopsy) in the past year, or be waiting for a lung or liver transplant
- If you are a woman who can become pregnant, you must use reliable birth control throughout the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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