Could a common asthma drug help with a rare muscle disease? new study launches.

NCT ID NCT06721299

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-stage study is testing whether clenbuterol, a drug used for breathing problems, is safe for people with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). About 30 adults with FSHD will receive one of three doses of the drug. Researchers will monitor side effects, heart rate, blood pressure, and lab values to find a dose that people can tolerate.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Kansas Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Kansas City, Kansas, 66160, United States

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  • University of Rochester Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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  • University of Washington

    RECRUITING

    Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States

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