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Evaluating the Effect of Mucinex 1200mg on Mucociliary and Cough Clearance During an Acute Respiratory Infection

Phase 2
Completed
Conditions
Acute Respiratory Infection
Interventions
Drug: Placebo
Registration Number
NCT01114581
Lead Sponsor
Reckitt Benckiser LLC
Brief Summary

The purpose of this research study is to explore the mechanism of action of Mucinex, an oral, over-the-counter, FDA approved expectorant in patients with acute respiratory tract infections.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
38
Inclusion Criteria
  • Symptoms of cough, thickened mucus and chest congestion
  • Able to produce sputum
  • Non Smoker
Exclusion Criteria
  • Pregnant
  • Smokers
  • Fever above 101°F
  • Any chronic illness

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
GuaifenesinMucinexMucinex 1200mg (Guaifenesin)given as 2, 600mg tablets
PlaceboPlaceboGiven as 2 tablets
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Percent of Inhaled Radioactive Tracer Particles Cleared From Lungs3 hours following inhalation of radioactive tracer particles

Percentage of inhaled radioactive tracer (Ave180Clear)

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Guaifenesin AUC(0-3)3 hours following dose administration
Assess Sputum Properties (Objective Measures) and Symptoms (Subjective Measures) After Treatment With Mucinex or Placebo.Within 10 days of developing symptoms associated with a respiratory tract infection

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Center for Environmental Medicine, Asthma, and Lung Biology

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Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States

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