Effects of Inhaled Bicarbonate on Airway pH in Cystic Fibrosis

Summary

This study will compare the use of inhaled concentrated sodium chloride solution to an inhaled solution of sodium bicarbonate in an attempt to decrease the thickness and stickiness of the mucus in the lungs of a person with cystic fibrosis. Also, this study is also looking at whether or not it is possible to decrease the acidity of the airways by inhaling sodium bicarbonate through nebulizer treatments.

Timeline

Start

2014-08

Primary completion

2016-07

Completion

2016-07

Drugs

Indications