Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Study

A group of lung diseases that block airflow and make it difficult to breathe. Emphysema and chronic bronchitis are the most common conditions that make up COPD. Damage to the lungs from COPD can't be reversed. Symptoms include shortness of breath, wheezing, or a chronic cough. Rescue inhalers and inhaled or oral steroids can help control symptoms and minimize further damage. Smoking is the main cause of COPD and is thought to be responsible for around 9 in every 10 cases. The harmful chemicals in smoke can damage the lining of the lungs and airways.

Are you eligible?

• Are 40-90 years old
• Are a current or former smoker living with COPD
• Have been prescribed a combination of inhalers to use every day
• Have had two or more 'flare-ups' of you COPD symptoms in the last 2 years that required treatement.
  

Participants will receive:

• Receive the study drug or placebo, during the 52-week treatment period (as an 'add on' to your regular medication)
• Attend regular appointments to see our study team
• Be reimbursed for reasonable study related travel expenses