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Asthma Clinical Research Network (ACRN) Trial - Macrolides in Asthma (MIA)
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating clarithromycin, fluticasone propionate, and 1 other intervention for Asthma. Completed, enrolled 92 participants across 10 sites.
Detailed Summary
Asthma can be caused by a variety of factors, including tobacco smoke, allergens, and respiratory airway infections. Many people use inhaled corticosteroid medications to treat their symptoms. These medications, however, are not effective for everyone. Clarithromycin is an antibiotic that may effectively treat asthma in these individuals. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of clarithromycin at controlling asthma symptoms.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
clarithromycin 500 mg twice daily (Biaxin)
fluticasone propionate 88 mcg twice daily (Flovent® HFA 44 mcg two puffs twice daily)
placebo clarithromycin twice daily