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Proton Pump Inhibitor

Dexlansoprazole for Acid Reflux in Children

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Takeda
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Has a medical history of at least 1 failed attempted withdrawal of prior proton pump inhibitor (PPI)/acid-suppressive therapy and a return of symptoms upon withdrawal
Male or female aged 2 to 11 years at the time of screening informed consent
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 12 weeks
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Study Summary

This trial will test the side effects and effectiveness of Dexlansoprazole in children with GERD.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children aged 2 to 11 with nonerosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) that causes symptoms like heartburn. They should have a history of GERD symptoms for at least 3 months and previous unsuccessful attempts to stop acid-suppressive therapy. Kids with severe allergies, certain gastrointestinal conditions, or who need excluded medications can't participate.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the safety and effectiveness of Dexlansoprazole capsules in treating GERD symptoms in kids. Participants will take the medication orally once daily for 12 weeks to see if it helps reduce their discomfort without causing harm.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects from Dexlansoprazole may include headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting, gas, nausea, and upper respiratory tract infection. However, individual reactions can vary.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I tried stopping my acid reflux medication before, but my symptoms came back.
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I am between 2 and 11 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 12 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 12 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Percentage of Days Without Hurting or Burning in the Stomach, Chest or Throat Over the 12 Weeks of Treatment
Secondary outcome measures
Difference of the Median Percentage of Days Without Hurting or Burning in the Stomach, Chest, or Throat Over the 12 Weeks of Treatment Between the High Dose and the low Dose Within Each Weight Strata
Percentage of Days Food Did Not Come Up from Stomach to Mouth Over the 12 Weeks of Treatment
Percentage of Days Without Hurting or Burning in the Stomach, Chest or Throat in Children Aged 2 to 8 Years Over the 12 Weeks of Treatment
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Side effects data

From 2016 Phase 4 trial • 296 Patients • NCT02351960
2%
Headache
1%
Diarrhoea
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Dexlansoprazole 30 mg
Dexlansoprazole 60 mg

Trial Design

4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Weight ≤30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 30 mgExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Dexlansoprazole 30 mg, capsules, once, daily, for 12 weeks. Participants weigh ≤30 kg.
Group II: Weight ≤30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 15 mgExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Dexlansoprazole 15 mg, capsules, once, daily, for 12 weeks. Participants weigh ≤30 kg.
Group III: Weight >30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 60 mgExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Dexlansoprazole 60 mg, capsules, once, daily, for 12 weeks. Participants weigh >30 kg.
Group IV: Weight >30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 30 mgExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Dexlansoprazole 30 mg, capsules, once, daily, for 12 weeks. Participants weigh >30 kg.
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Dexlansoprazole
2010
Completed Phase 4
~1290

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Who is running the clinical trial?

TakedaLead Sponsor
1,203 Previous Clinical Trials
4,177,955 Total Patients Enrolled
Medical Director Clinical ScienceStudy DirectorTakeda
197 Previous Clinical Trials
63,177 Total Patients Enrolled
Study DirectorStudy DirectorTakeda
1,211 Previous Clinical Trials
489,283 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Dexlansoprazole (Proton Pump Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT02616302 — Phase 2
Acid Reflux Research Study Groups: Weight >30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 30 mg, Weight ≤30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 30 mg, Weight ≤30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 15 mg, Weight >30 kg: Dexlansoprazole 60 mg
Acid Reflux Clinical Trial 2023: Dexlansoprazole Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT02616302 — Phase 2
Dexlansoprazole (Proton Pump Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT02616302 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is the enrollment pool of this research project restricted to adults aged 18 and above?

"Patients aged between 2 and 11 years old are eligible to join this medical trial."

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What do physicians typically prescribe Dexlansoprazole for?

"Dexlansoprazole is an effective remedy for healing erosive esophagitis, heartburn, and other related ailments."

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How many individuals are participating in the experiment?

"As of the date of this writing, no recruitment is being conducted for this clinical trial. Initially released on November 28th 2022 and recently modified September 16th 2022, it does not currently have any open slots for participation. Other related studies are underway with 80 trials recruiting patients suffering from esophagitis, peptic ulcer disease four separate ones involving Dexlansoprazole specifically looking to admit participants."

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What other experimental trials have been conducted regarding Dexlansoprazole?

"Presently, there are four clinical trials actively examining the efficacy of Dexlansoprazole with zero studies in Phase 3. Although most experiments related to this drug occur in Bucheon, Gyeonggi-do, a total of 48 sites across the world have been designated for patient testing."

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Are there any available slots in this research endeavor for participants?

"Clinicaltrials.gov reports that recruitment for this clinical trial has been closed since September 16th, 2022; the study was initially announced on November 28th of the same year. That said, there are 84 other trials actively searching for participants at present."

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What qualifications do individuals need to be accepted for participation in this trial?

"This clinical trial is in search of 70 minors aged 2 to 11 that are afflicted with esophagitis and peptic. To be eligible, the participant (or parent/guardian depending on age) must agree to sign consent forms and have a medical history indicating 3 months or more of GERD-related symptoms which persisted after withdrawal from acid suppressant therapy. Furthermore, diary entries showing pain or burning in stomach/chest/throat on at least three out of seven days during screening period will also qualify potential participants for enrollment. Lastly, an endoscopy within 1 week prior to signing the consent form may replace the need for a"

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What potential risks have been associated with Dexlansoprazole consumption?

"The safety rating for Dexlansoprazole is 2 since it has only been studied in Phase 2 trials and there are no efficacy data available."

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~24 spots leftby Jan 2025