Overview

Effect of Ketoconazole on Breathlessness

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2012-02-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Beta-endorphins, which are naturally occurring narcotic substances, have been shown to alter the perception of breathlessness. Oral ketoconazole, an antifungal antibiotic, increases blood levels of beta-endorphins. The study hypothesis is that oral ketoconazole will reduce ratings of breathlessness induced by resistive breathing loads.
Phase:
Phase 4
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Treatments:
Ketoconazole