Sickle cell drug voxelotor tested for physical fitness boost
NCT ID NCT06023199
First seen Dec 26, 2025 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looks at whether voxelotor, a drug that helps red blood cells stay healthy, can improve physical function in people with sickle cell disease. Six adults will take the drug for 6 months, and their walking ability will be measured before and after treatment. The goal is to see if the drug helps them feel stronger and move better.
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Inova Schar Cancer Institute
Falls Church, Virginia, 22042, United States
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