Could a Two-Drug rescue inhaler cut asthma attacks?

NCT ID NCT06422689

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether switching from a standard rescue inhaler (albuterol alone) to one that also contains an anti-inflammatory steroid (budesonide) can reduce severe asthma attacks. About 1,500 adults with asthma who have had at least one severe attack in the past year will use the combination inhaler as needed. Researchers will compare how often attacks occur before and after the switch.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Albuterol and budesonide inhalation aerosol

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a better rescue inhaler for asthma that reduces severe attacks and the need for oral steroids.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase, single-arm study without a placebo group, so results may not prove the combination is better than standard care. Side effects from budesonide are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

asthma

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Research Site

    North Hollywood, California, 91602, United States

  • Research Site

    Walnut Creek, California, 94598, United States

  • Research Site

    Louisville, Kentucky, 40217, United States

  • Research Site

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States

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    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

  • Research Site

    Flint, Michigan, 48532, United States

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    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55425, United States

  • Research Site

    Asheville, North Carolina, 28803, United States

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    Greenville, North Carolina, 27834, United States

  • Research Site

    DuBois, Pennsylvania, 15801, United States

  • Research Site

    Austin, Texas, 78738, United States