New hope for stubborn sinus infections? drug trial targets root cause

NCT ID NCT03439865

First seen Apr 22, 2026 · Last updated May 05, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This early study tests if ivacaftor, a drug that helps the lungs clear mucus, can also help people with chronic sinusitis that hasn't improved with standard treatments. The trial will include 20 adults who have a sinus infection with certain hard-to-treat bacteria. Researchers will check if the drug is safe, improves sinus symptoms, and boosts quality of life over 30 days.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    RECRUITING

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

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