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Chronic progressive interstitial lung disorder characterized by the replacement of the lung tissue by connective tissue, leading to progressive dyspnea, respiratory failure, or right heart failure. Causes include chronic inflammatory processes, exposure to environmental irritants, radiation therapy, autoimmune disorders, certain drugs, or it may be idiopathic (no identifiable cause).
Biomarker and diagnostic research for pulmonary fibrosis has been reported in the published literature.
1 FDA-approved treatment is available for pulmonary fibrosis, including TREPROSTINIL (TYVASO DPI, approved 2022). An additional 2 compounds hold orphan drug designation.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Mechanism | Approved | Market Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
209 clinical trials registered, 71 recruiting. Interventions under study include other interventions, drug therapy, medical devices, and biologic therapy. Pipeline includes 1 PHASE4, 22 PHASE3, 47 PHASE2. Research is sponsored by a mix of industry and academic institutions.
NCT ID | Title | Phase | Sponsor | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
[NCT06853145](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06853145) |
Data assembled from 4 of 12 sources · Last updated Nov 3, 2026, 2:30 PM UTC
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TYVASO DPI
TREPROSTINIL |
— |
2022 |
Available |
The following drugs have received orphan drug designation from the FDA for pulmonary fibrosis. Orphan designation reflects regulatory interest and does not indicate approval for treatment.
Brand Name | Generic Name | Sponsor | Designated | Exclusivity End | Designation Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
N-(1¿,2-dihydroxy-[1,2¿-binapthalen]-4¿-yl)-4-methoxybenzenesulfonamide | N-(1¿,2-dihydroxy-[1,2¿-binapthalen]-4¿-yl)-4-methoxybenzenesulfonamide | Tvardi Therapeutics, Inc. | 2022 | — | Designated |
Interferon beta-1a (recombinant human) | Interferon beta-1a (recombinant human) | Biogen Idec, Inc. | 1999 | — | Withdrawn |
Gene therapy approaches for pulmonary fibrosis have been reported in the published literature.
209 trials found
Hyperpolarized Xenon-129 MRI in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis |
EARLY_PHASE1 |
University of Virginia |
RECRUITING |
[NCT07194382](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07194382) | AURA-IPF: A Randomized Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of AP02 (Nintedanib Solution) in IPF | PHASE2 | Avalyn Pharma Inc. | RECRUITING |
[NCT04965298](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT04965298) | Treating People With Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis With the Addition of Lansoprazole | PHASE3 | Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust | RECRUITING |
[NCT07230288](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT07230288) | Study of ABBV-142 to Assess Adverse Events and Change in Disease Activity in Adult Participants With Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis | PHASE2 | AbbVie | RECRUITING |
[NCT06817590](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06817590) | Nucleoside Therapy in Patients With Telomere Biology Disorders | PHASE1 | Suneet Agarwal | RECRUITING |
500 publications have been identified in PubMed for pulmonary fibrosis. Research spans Basic Science / Preclinical (51%), Review / Meta-Analysis (22%), and Gene Therapy / Novel Therapeutics (9%).
Research Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
Laboratory research | 257 | 51% |
Research summaries | 112 | 22% |
New treatment approaches | 45 | 9% |
Disease patterns and progression | 39 | 8% |
Testing and diagnosis research | 24 | 5% |
Clinical study results | 10 | 2% |
Patient case studies | 8 | 2% |
Other research | 5 | 1% |
Hu XL (2026). [PMID: 41308360](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41308360/). *Int Immunopharmacol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Zhu S (2026). [PMID: 42112343](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42112343/). *Front Immunol*. [Gene Therapy / Novel Therapeutics]
Molyneaux PL (2026). [PMID: 41569557](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41569557/). *JAMA*. [Clinical Trial Publication]
Wang L (2026). [PMID: 41566645](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41566645/). *Adv Sci (Weinh)*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Wu W (2026). [PMID: 41407172](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41407172/). *Cell Signal*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Ma X (2026). [PMID: 41756284](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41756284/). *Front Immunol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Hu Z (2026). [PMID: 41939867](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41939867/). *Front Immunol*. [Basic Science / Preclinical]
Zabihi M (2026). [PMID: 42103706](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42103706/). *Nat Commun*. [Other]
Sakthivel MK (2026). [PMID: 41513514](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41513514/). *Semin Roentgenol*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Zang N (2026). [PMID: 41755466](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41755466/). *Rev Med Virol*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
AI-curated news mentioning pulmonary fibrosis
Updated Oct 20, 2026
A nationwide population-based study investigates the link between obesity and the risk of developing idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. The findings contribute to understanding potential risk factors for this rare lung disease.
Bristol Myers Squibb's trial for admilparant has raised concerns due to a limited number of liver-related safety events, including a patient death. The uncertainty surrounding the drug's safety could impact confidence in this new class of fibrosis treatments.
A study identifies the first Asian family cluster with Riddle syndrome linked to an RNF168 mutation, presenting with pulmonary fibrosis and achalasia. This discovery adds to the understanding of the genetic basis of Riddle syndrome.
A systematic review highlights the autoimmune spectrum associated with combined pulmonary fibrosis and emphysema, including cases of inflammatory myopathy. This research could inform future studies and treatment approaches for these interconnected conditions.
EMA recommends granting marketing authorization for Jascayd (nerandomilast) to treat adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and other types of pulmonary fibrosis. This decision could significantly impact treatment options for patients suffering from these conditions.