Inhaled drug could offer new hope for lung scarring disease

NCT ID NCT07679893

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

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests whether an inhaled form of nintedanib (MNKD-201) is safe and effective for people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), a disease that causes lung scarring. About 210 adults with IPF will receive either a low or high dose of the inhaled drug or a placebo for 12 weeks, followed by a period where everyone gets the active drug. The study focuses on safety, especially breathing problems right after inhalation, and changes in lung function.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Nintedanib dry powder inhalation

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a more targeted, inhaled treatment for IPF, potentially reducing side effects compared to the oral version.

What could go wrong

This is an early phase 2 trial with a small number of participants. The inhaled drug may cause bronchospasm or other side effects, and it may not prove effective.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fibrosis idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis pulmonary fibrosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Mannkind Corporation

    Danbury, Connecticut, 06810, United States

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