New oral drug EP395 tested for COPD safety

NCT ID NCT05572333

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026

Summary

This phase 2 trial investigates the safety and tolerability of EP395, an oral capsule taken once daily for 12 weeks, in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The study includes 61 adults aged 45 and older and compares EP395 against a placebo. Researchers monitor side effects, vital signs, lab values, and heart activity to determine if the drug is safe enough for further testing.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

EP395

What this could lead to

If successful, EP395 could offer a new oral treatment option to help manage COPD symptoms and inflammation.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial focused on safety, not effectiveness. The drug may not improve COPD outcomes or could cause side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD, severe early onset

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bradford Royal Infirmary, Clinical Research Facility

    Bradford, BD9 6RJ, United Kingdom

  • IKF Pneumologie GmbH & Co. KG

    Frankfurt, 60596, Germany

  • IKF Pneumologie GmbH & Co. KG Institut für klinische Forschung Pneumologie

    Mainz, 55128, Germany

  • Medicines Evaluation Unit Ltd. (MEU)

    Manchester, M23 9QZ, United Kingdom

  • Pneumologisches Forschungsinstitut an der LungenClinic Grosshansdorf GmbH

    Großhansdorf, 22927, Germany

  • Southampton University Faculty of Medicine

    Southampton, SO16 6YD, United Kingdom