Clinical Trials

Participants ages 6 and above with physician diagnosed Asthma for a research study.

IRB-HSR# 15092
Service: Pulmonary & Respiratory Care, Respiratory and Allergy Care (Children) | Category: Pulmonary/Respiratory, Pediatrics
Adult Enrollment: Yes | Minor Enrollment: Yes
Primary Investigator: W Gerald Teague MD

Phone: (434) 924-6874

Clinical Trial Description

UVA Health System, Department of Pediatric Respiratory Medicine seeks participants ages 6 and above with physician diagnosed Asthma for a research study.

The purpose of this study is to find out if treating chronic (long lasting) rhinitis and sinusitis with nasal steroids helps to control asthma symptoms. You must have poorly controlled asthma to participate in this study.

This study involves 5 study visits and 3 phone visits over a 7 month period. You will receive either study drug (Nasonex®) or matching placebo. Tests to monitor your asthma status will be performed at each visit. Your asthma control and asthma symptoms will be followed throughout the study.

Study-related exams and medications will be provided free of charge.

Compensation

Compensation for study completion is $375.0