Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Conditions
Brief summary
A clinical study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of MK0633 in patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD).
Interventions
MK0633 100mg capsules qd for a 12-wk treatment period.
MK0633 100mg Pbo capsules for a 12-wk treatment period
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Documented COPD defined by clinical history and spirometry, with symptoms including dyspnea, wheezing, chest tightness, cough, sputum production, or nocturnal awakening * Male or postmenopausal females 40 -75 years of age
Exclusion criteria
* Impaired renal function * History of chronic liver disease or persistent liver function test (LFT) abnormalities * History of recent cardiovascular clinical event * Evidence of another clinically significant, active pulmonary disorder such as bronchiectasis or asthma
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pulmonary function test data | Measured over 12 weeks |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Overall daytime symptoms score, total daily beta agonist use, and Chronic Respiratory Disease Questionnaire (CRQ) score | Measured over 12 weeks of treatment |