NCT03762395 · University of Colorado, Denver
Anti Inflammatory Lipid Mediators in Asthma Lipid Anti-Inflammtory Mediators in Asthma
(ALMA; LIMA)
What this study is about
The main purpose of this Phase 2 double blind, placebo controlled crossover clinical study is to demonstrate the effectiveness and safety of CXA-10 in obese adult asthmatics.
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The main purpose of this Phase 2 double blind, placebo controlled crossover clinical study is to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of CXA-10 in obese adult asthmatics. Obesity induces a chronic systemic inflammatory state characterized by impaired adipokine signaling, pro-inflammatory cytokine responses, inflammatory cell activation and enhanced generation of oxidative inflammatory mediators. This impacts the lung, increasing the severity of asthma and its exacerbations. This research will evaluate how a synthetic nitro-fatty acid (CXA-10, 10-nitro-octadec-9-enoic acid) suppresses the systemic and airway inflammation that contributes to the obese asthmatic phenotype. Current data support the pleiotropic signaling actions of CXA-10 to induce adaptive signaling actions that beneficially modulate adipokine and cytokine expression and inhibit systemic and pulmonary inflammation. The investigators hypothesize that CXA-10 induced signaling responses will alleviate obesity-related airway hyperreactivity in obese adult asthmatics.
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Adequate completion of informed consent process with written documentation. Male and female patients, 18 to 65 years old. Female subjects should be either post-menopausal or surgically sterile, or, if child-bearing potential (WOCP) should agree to use an acceptable method of contraception, for the duration of the study, with a negative pregnancy test prior to entering the study.
- BMI \>/= 30
- Diagnosis of asthma: based on previous physician diagnosis for \> 6 months, and baseline pre-bronchodilator (BD) FEV1 between 50 and 95% predicted with either a 12% or greater bronchodilator response to 4 puffs of albuterol or PC20 methacholine (16 mg) if \<12% change post BD
- Regular treatment with inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) (up to 1000 mcg/day fluticasone/equivalent), long acting beta agonists (LABA), and/or long-acting muscarinic antagonists (LAMA), which can be combination medication for at least 3 months; on a stable dose for the 4 weeks prior to Visit 0
Exclusion criteria
- Respiratory tract infection within the last 4 weeks
- Oral or systemic corticosteroid burst within the last 4 weeks
- Asthma-related hospitalization within the last 6 weeks
- Three or more asthma exacerbations requiring treatment with systemic corticosteroids in the past year consistent with severe asthma
- Asthma-related ER visit within the previous 4 weeks
- Current smoking or have former smokers that quit within the previous 1 year, or 10 pack years
Where
- Aurora, Colorado
Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
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Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
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How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Jun 10, 2025 · Source of record for eligibility and locations