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Acebilustat for the Treatment of Arm Lymphedema

Trial Status: active

This phase II trial evaluates the effectiveness and safety of acebilustat compared to a placebo for treating patients with arm lymphedema. Lymphedema is a condition in which extra lymph fluid builds up in tissues and causes swelling. Acebilustat is an oral anti-inflammatory drug that reduces production of leukotriene B4 (LTB4), a chemical molecule that leads to inflammation. The drug works by inhibiting the enzyme that produces LTB4, reducing the migration of immune cells to the sites of infection. Giving acebilustat may help to reduce inflammation in patients with lymphedema in the arm.