Can a common ED drug help scleroderma patients breathe easier?
NCT ID NCT04797286
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tests whether sildenafil (the drug in Viagra) can help people with scleroderma who have mildly high blood pressure in their lungs. About 30 participants will receive either sildenafil or a placebo for 4 months. The main goal is to see if they can walk farther in a 6-minute walk test.
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Johns Hopkins
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