Merck Starts Phase 3 Trial of Ohtuvayre to Prevent COPD Exacerbations

• Merck initiated the Phase 3 ENHANCE-3 trial of Ohtuvayre to prevent COPD exacerbations in adults receiving standard care.
• The study targets approximately 2,136 patients across 28 countries with a history of exacerbations; enrollment has begun in the United States.
• Participants will receive Ohtuvayre or placebo alongside standard care to assess whether treatment reduces moderate or severe exacerbations over 52 weeks.
• Results will be shared with regulators globally.
• Ohtuvayre received FDA approval for adult COPD maintenance treatment in June 2024 following earlier trials demonstrating clinically meaningful improvements in lung function.

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