Which nebulized solution best clears mucus in pneumonia? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07586345

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Chen, Yao-Hsiang Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests four different nebulized solutions (various salt concentrations and distilled water) to see which works best for clearing mucus from the airways of pneumonia patients. Eighty adults with pneumonia who need help coughing up phlegm will receive the treatment four times daily for seven days. Researchers will measure hospital stay length, blood gas levels, and sputum characteristics to find the most effective option.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: nebulized saline solutions (3% hypertonic, 0.9% normal, 0.45% hypotonic, and distilled water)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide clear guidance on which nebulized solution best helps pneumonia patients clear mucus, potentially shortening hospital stays.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (80 people) comparing different concentrations of a common therapy, so results may not be definitive or widely applicable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pneumonia

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AIRWAY CLEARANCE PNEUMONIA

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