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Inhaled or IV? study tests best way to clear mucus in bronchiectasis

NCT ID NCT07293884

Symptom relief Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will compare two methods of giving N-acetylcysteine—a drug that thins mucus—to 70 adults hospitalized with bronchiectasis. Half will receive the drug through a nebulizer (inhaled), and half through an IV. Researchers will measure how well each method reduces sputum thickness, amount, and difficulty coughing it up. The goal is to find which route works better for airway clearance.

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Active substance
N-acetylcysteine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that one method of giving N-acetylcysteine is better at clearing mucus and making breathing easier for people with bronchiectasis.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 people. It may not find a clear difference between the two methods, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 70 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Dec 2025

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Apr 2026

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Subjects aged above 18 years old; with a diagnosis of bronchiectasis who are admitted to chest department due to acute exacerbation Exclusion Criteria: * current smokers, a known allergy to N-acetylcysteine; pregnancy or lactation (for women); primary diagnosis of COPD or asthma

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Conditions

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bronchiectasis

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Broncheictasis

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