COPD breathlessness study halted: did fentanyl offer relief?
NCT ID NCT04004117
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a fentanyl tablet placed under the tongue could reduce shortness of breath and improve exercise ability in people with severe COPD. The trial included 40 adults aged 40 and older with advanced COPD who still felt breathless despite standard treatments. The study was stopped early, so results are limited.
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Royal University Hospital
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, S7N0W8, Canada
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