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Corticosteroid

Fixed Dose Triple vs Dual Combination for COPD (TRITON Trial)

Verified Trial
Phase 3
Recruiting
Led By Gregory M Feldman, MD
Research Sponsored by Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Current or ex-smokers who quit smoking at least 6 months prior to screening with a smoking history of at least 10 pack-years [pack-years = (number of cigarettes per day x number of years)/20]
Male or female subjects aged ≥40 years
Must not have
Do you have any other respiratory conditions that might interfere with the study? (Asthma, antitrypsin deficiency, active tuberculosis, lung cancer, bronchiectasis, sarcoidosis, lung fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, and interstitial lung disease)
Do you have any uncontrolled heart conditions? (Afib, heart disease, acute myocardial infraction) in the last 6 months?
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment 52 weeks
Follow Up 1 weeks
Awards & highlights

Summary

This trial is testing whether CHF 5993 is more effective than CHF 1535 at improving lung function, reducing exacerbations of COPD, and improving other clinical outcomes.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for COPD patients aged 40 or above with a history of smoking and recent exacerbations. They must have used stable inhaled maintenance therapy for at least 3 months, demonstrate correct inhaler use, and agree to birth control if applicable. Cancer patients, those under age 50 without COPD diagnosis, or hospital visits for COPD within the last year are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study compares two treatments: CHF 5993 (a triple combination) versus CHF 1535 (a dual combination), both containing drugs that help improve lung function. It aims to see which one better reduces lung issues and is safer over time.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include respiratory symptoms like coughing or wheezing, headaches, throat irritation, muscle cramps, dry mouth from Glycopyrronium Bromide; Formoterol Fumarate might cause palpitations or tremors; Beclomethasone Dipropionate could lead to hoarseness or oral infections.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I smoked for 10 or more years but quit at least 6 months ago.
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I am 40 years old or older.
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I have been on a stable dose of daily inhaled medication for my COPD for at least 3 months.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ 52 weeks
Follow Up ~1 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, 52 weeks for treatment, and 1 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change from baseline in pre-dose morning Forced Expiratory Volume in the 1st second (FEV1) at Week 28
Secondary outcome measures
CAT response (decrease from baseline ≥2 points) at designated clinic visits
Change from baseline in 2-hour post-dose morning FEV1 at Week 28
Change from baseline in 2-hour post-dose morning FEV1 designated clinic visits
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: BDP/FF/GB - CHF 5993Experimental Treatment3 Interventions
Two inhalations twice daily of BDP/FF/GB (100/6/12.5μg) for a period of 52 weeks via pressurized metered dose inhaler
Group II: BDP/FF - CHF 1535Active Control2 Interventions
Two inhalations twice daily of BDP/FF (100/6μg) for a period of 52 weeks via pressurized metered dose inhaler
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Formoterol Fumarate
2011
Completed Phase 4
~8160
Glycopyrronium Bromide
2014
Completed Phase 4
~40

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Logistics

Other reimbursement is provided

Other forms of reimbursement are provided for this trial.

Who is running the clinical trial?

Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.Lead Sponsor
200 Previous Clinical Trials
309,606 Total Patients Enrolled
Gregory M Feldman, MDPrincipal InvestigatorVitalink Research - Spartanburg

Media Library

Beclomethasone Dipropionate (Corticosteroid) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04320342 — Phase 3
COPD Research Study Groups: BDP/FF/GB - CHF 5993, BDP/FF - CHF 1535
COPD Clinical Trial 2023: Beclomethasone Dipropionate Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04320342 — Phase 3
Beclomethasone Dipropionate (Corticosteroid) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04320342 — Phase 3
COPD Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT04320342 — Phase 3
~927 spots leftby Jul 2025