Why should I participate in an asthma or allergy research study?

Florida Center for Allergy & Asthma Research (FCAAR) specializes in performing clinical trials in adults, adolescents and children for the indications of Allergic Rhinitis, Asthma, Atopic Dermatitis, and Chronic Urticaria among others.

What is a clinical research study?

A clinical research study is a medical study tailored to answer questions about the safety and ef昀cacy of potential new medications as well as a continuous study of medications that are already on the market.

Did you know that: A good number of clinical trials are also conducted on medications already existing on the market in order to collect valuable information with regards to safety, optimal dosage and ef昀cacy.

Why should I or my child participate in a research study?

First and foremost, all the drugs that we are currently bene昀ting from have been approved solely as a result of successful clinical trials. Secondly, during a clinical trial the patient will acquire a wealth of knowledge with regards to their asthma. A lot of 昀ndings are shared that can help the patient better understand the proper management of asthma and avoid stressful and scary trips to the ER. Third, but not least, by participating in a clinical study, you make a difference for yourself and others affected by the same ailment and help advance medical research.

FCAAR is currently conducting a variety of clinical research studies on several new and existing drugs for Asthma. Participants must be: 12 years of age and older, previously diagnosed with asthma for at least 12 months, and currently using asthma medications. Quali昀ed participants receive compensation for time and travel, study related medications, medical supervision from one of our board certi昀ed physicians.

We at FCAAR have developed an extensive patient data base thanks to our reputation and longevity in the community. Our patient population is composed of 40% pediatrics and 60% adults and is diverse in ethnicity, race, and age.

The research team is comprised of investigators, sub-investigators, study coordinators and numerous support staff, all well trained and highly quali昀ed to handle the most complex and challenging clinical trials.

Some of the sponsors we have worked with include GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca, , Sano昀, Novartis among others. We have also worked with all major CROs such as Iqvia, Syneos Health, PPD, Parexel.

Our research centers are located within our Aventura and Kendall/Sunset clinical of昀ces.

Both facilities:

• Perform Phase II, III and IV clinical trials.

• Have all of the emergency equipment needed for adverse events.

• Are located in the proximity of a hospital (Baptist Hospital and Aventura Hospital), facebook.com/FCAAResearch www.florida-allergy.com/research-center research@florida-allergy.com

• Provide ample space for monitors to work with phone, fax and copy machines readily available.

• Are conveniently located in densely populated areas with easy access to the main expressways and airports.

If you want to know if you qualify for one of the current clinical studies, scan the QR code and 昀ll out the brief survey.

Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)

Anaphylaxis

Asthma

Breathing Difficulties

Chronic Cough

Contact Dermatitis

Drug Allergy

Eczema

Food Allergy

Insect Allergy

Oral Allergy Syndrome

Pet Allergy

Pollen, Mold & Dust Mite Allergy

Sinusitis

Urticaria (Hives)

Asthma Management

Drug Allergy Testing

Ear Lavage

Food Allergy Testing

Immunotherapy (Allergy Shots)

Insect Allergy Testing

Patch Allergy Testing for Contact Dermatitis

Penicillin Testing

Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

Skin Allergy Testing

Sublingual Immunotherapy (Allergy Drops)

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