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NCT01241006 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 4
Single Oral Dose of Dexamethasone Versus Five Days of Prednisone in Adult Asthma
A Phase 4 study, sponsored by Alameda County Medical Center.
- Completed
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 376
- Enrollment target
NCT01241006 is a Phase 4 study that has completed, run by Alameda County Medical Center. The registered enrollment target is 376 participants.
The verdict
NCT01241006, a Phase 4 study, has completed, sponsored by Alameda County Medical Center.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- Phase 4
- Development phase
- 376 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
This study seeks to compare the effectiveness of a single dose of oral dexamethasone versus 5 days of oral prednisone in the treatment of mild to moderate asthma exacerbations to prevent relapse with an unscheduled return visit to a health care provider for additional asthma treatment within 14 days. The investigators hypothesize that the two treatments will be equally effective in relapse prevention.
Interventions
- DRUG Dexamethasone
- DRUG Prednisone
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 376 participants |
| Start Date | 2011-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2015-05 |
| Phase | Phase 4 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT01241006
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT01241006 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as Phase 4. The registered enrollment target is 376 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Alameda County Medical Center, which has 2 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Dexamethasone is the first listed.
NCT01241006 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01241006 about?
NCT01241006 is a clinical study titled "Single Oral Dose of Dexamethasone Versus Five Days of Prednisone in Adult Asthma". This study seeks to compare the effectiveness of a single dose of oral dexamethasone versus 5 days of oral prednisone in the treatment of mild to moderate asthma exacerbations to prevent relapse with an unscheduled return visit to a health care provider for additional asthma treatment within 14 days...
What is the current status of trial NCT01241006?
This trial is currently completed. It is a Phase 4 study. The enrollment target is 376 participants. The study started on 2011-01. Estimated completion is 2015-05.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01241006?
The interventions under investigation include: Dexamethasone (DRUG), Prednisone (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01241006?
This trial is sponsored by Alameda County Medical Center, which has 2 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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