Could a supplement help obese asthma patients breathe easier?

NCT ID NCT04026711

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated Jun 09, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study tested whether MitoQ, a supplement that targets cell energy, can improve airway function in 47 obese adults with poorly controlled asthma. Participants took MitoQ or a placebo for 14 weeks. The main goal was to see if MitoQ reduces airway reactivity, a key asthma symptom.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Duke University

    Durham, North Carolina, 27710, United States

  • University of Vermont

    Burlington, Vermont, 05405, United States

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