Obstructive Sleep Apnea of Adult study: Atorvastatin
Official title Vascular Endothelial Dysfunction in Sleep Apnea
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05289063
What this study is testing
What is Atorvastatin 10mg?
Atorvastatin 10mg is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for obstructive sleep apnea of adult.
Also referred to as statin.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study wants to find out if a statin drug can lower inflammation and clot‑forming markers in the blood vessels of people with sleep apnea, and whether it improves cholesterol handling in those vessels.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have obstructive sleep apnea and are already being treated with CPAP.
- What's involved
- You will take either atorvastatin 10 mg or a placebo every day for four weeks while continuing CPAP, and you will have blood tests to measure inflammation and clot‑related markers.
- Time commitment
- The trial lasts about four weeks with a baseline visit and a follow‑up visit after the treatment period.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged ≥18 years
- Newly diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who were never treated with CPAP.
You likely can't join if
- A history of coronary artery disease, heart failure, stroke, diabetes, malignancy, chronic pulmonary, kidney or rheumatologic disease, muscle...
- Regular use of any medications
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- New York, New York, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at New York, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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