New drug combo targets root cause of cystic fibrosis

NCT ID NCT02070744

Summary

This study tested the safety and effectiveness of a two-drug combination (VX-661 and ivacaftor) for people with cystic fibrosis who have two copies of the most common genetic mutation (F508del). Forty participants were randomly assigned to receive either the drug combination or a placebo for 12 weeks, followed by an optional period where everyone could receive the active drugs. Researchers measured lung function, sweat chloride levels, weight, and quality of life to see if the treatment helped.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

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    Birmingham, Alabama, United States

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    Palo Alto, California, United States

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    Stanford, California, United States

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    Altamonte Springs, Florida, United States

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    Miami, Florida, United States

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    Orlando, Florida, United States

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    Tampa, Florida, United States

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    Boise, Idaho, United States

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    Chicago, Illinois, United States

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    Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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    New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States

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    New York, New York, United States

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    Durham, North Carolina, United States

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    Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

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    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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    Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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    Memphis, Tennessee, United States

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    Houston, Texas, United States

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    Burlington, Vermont, United States

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    Colchester, Vermont, United States

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    Seattle, Washington, United States

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    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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