Pneumonia patients get heart drug in artery inflammation trial

NCT ID NCT06710080

First seen May 06, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026

Summary

This study tests if a drug called icosapent ethyl (Vascepa) can reduce inflammation in the arteries of adults hospitalized with community-acquired pneumonia. Inflammation from pneumonia can harm blood vessels, raising heart risks. Over 6 months, 168 participants will take either Vascepa or a placebo twice daily and have three clinic visits for scans and checkups.

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  • University of Ottawa Heart Institute

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    Ottawa, Ontario, K1Y 4W7, Canada

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