Minty fresh breath: l-menthol tested as a new way to fight lung disease breathlessness

NCT ID NCT07398287

First seen Feb 18, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tests whether L-menthol, a minty compound, can reduce breathlessness and help people with interstitial lung disease (ILD) exercise longer. Twenty adults with ILD will try L-menthol and a placebo in random order to compare effects. The goal is to find a simple, safe way to improve daily life for those with chronic lung scarring.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Blekinge Institute of Technology

    RECRUITING

    Karlskrona, Blekinge County, Sweden

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  • Lund University hospital and Region Skåne

    RECRUITING

    Lund, Sweden

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