PF-07275315 for Asthma
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to test the safety and effectiveness of a new medicine, PF-07275315, for treating moderate-to-severe asthma. Asthma can make breathing difficult, affecting daily life and activities. Participants will receive either the new medicine or a placebo (a look-alike with no active ingredients) through several injections over 12 weeks. The trial seeks individuals who have had moderate-to-severe asthma for at least a year and have struggled to control it with their usual treatments.
As a Phase 2 trial, the research focuses on measuring how well the treatment works in an initial, smaller group of people.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop your current asthma medications, but it does require that you have been on a stable dose of your regular asthma treatment for at least 3 months before joining. You cannot use certain other medications, like systemic corticosteroids, during the study.
Is there any evidence suggesting that PF-07275315 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that PF-07275315 has undergone previous testing to assess its safety. In earlier studies, most participants tolerated the treatment well, with no serious side effects reported. Some experienced mild side effects, such as headaches and tiredness, but these were short-lived.
The current study is in an early stage, focusing on ensuring the treatment's safety and effectiveness. While past results are promising, researchers continue to monitor its safety in a larger group. Participants in the trial will have their health carefully monitored to ensure safety.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising for asthma?
Researchers are excited about PF-07275315 for asthma because it offers a new approach compared to standard treatments like inhaled corticosteroids and bronchodilators. Unlike these typical therapies, PF-07275315 may work by targeting specific pathways involved in inflammation, potentially leading to better control of asthma symptoms. This could mean fewer side effects and a more tailored treatment for patients, making it a promising candidate for those who don't respond well to current options.
What evidence suggests that PF-07275315 might be an effective treatment for asthma?
Research has shown that PF-07275315 might be a promising new treatment for people with moderate-to-severe asthma. Although it hasn't been approved for asthma yet, early results suggest it could help many who struggle with this condition. The treatment targets specific processes in the body that cause asthma symptoms. Initial studies have demonstrated that similar treatments can improve lung function and better control asthma. If PF-07275315 works similarly, it could be an effective option for those whose asthma isn't well managed by current medications. Participants in this trial will receive PF-07275315 in one of several experimental arms or a placebo in the comparator arm.12678
Who Is on the Research Team?
Pfizer CT.gov Call Center
Principal Investigator
Pfizer
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for people aged 18-70 with moderate-to-severe asthma that's been active for at least a year and isn't well-managed despite regular treatment. Participants will be involved in the study for about 9.5 months, with 10 clinic visits.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive PF-07275315 or placebo as multiple shots in the clinic over the course of 12 weeks
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- PF-07275315
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Pfizer
Lead Sponsor
Albert Bourla
Pfizer
Chief Executive Officer since 2019
PhD in Biotechnology of Reproduction, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
Patrizia Cavazzoni
Pfizer
Chief Medical Officer
MD from McGill University