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Proton Pump Inhibitor

Proton Pump Inhibitors for Obesity (LiverLabPPI Trial)

Phase 4
Recruiting
Led By Valentina Shakhnovich, MD
Research Sponsored by Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
6-21 years of age
BMI ≥10th percentile for age (6-20 years of age)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 5 years
Awards & highlights

LiverLabPPI Trial Summary

This trial tests whether obesity affects how well acid suppression medications work in children.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children and young adults aged 6-21 with a BMI in the healthy range or higher, who may be generally healthy or have conditions like GERD, NAFLD, chronic abdominal pain, or obesity. Participants can currently be taking pantoprazole or lansoprazole. Those over 500lbs, with significant liver/renal impairment, pregnant/breastfeeding females, individuals with certain infections (hepatitis B/C/HIV), and those unable to undergo MRI due to metal implants are excluded.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study investigates how obesity influences the effectiveness of acid suppression drugs in children. It involves administering Midazolam injection and Pantoprazole to observe their pharmacological effects over time in obese versus non-obese participants.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects from Midazolam include drowsiness, dizziness, nausea; while Pantoprazole might cause digestive issues like diarrhea or constipation, headache and potential long-term risks such as vitamin deficiencies.

LiverLabPPI Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am between 6 and 21 years old.
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My BMI is in the healthy range for my age.
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I am over 20 years old with a BMI of at least 18.5.

LiverLabPPI Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 5 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
plasma pharmacokinetics of pantoprazole
Secondary outcome measures
pharmacodynamics
pharmacokinetics of midazolam, if medication received to ease discomfort of pH probe study
safety of pantoprazole: incidence of reported and gastrointestinal adverse events
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Side effects data

From 2014 Phase 4 trial • 20 Patients • NCT01801280
21%
Common cold
5%
Noro virus infection
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
Mycophenolate Mofetil (MMF)
MMF + PAN
EC-MPS
EC-MPS + PAN

LiverLabPPI Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Not in Weight Management ProgramExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Evaluate the effect of liver fat on drug metabolism of PPI's, and if applicable midazolam
Group II: In Weight Management ProgramExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Evaluate the effect of liver fat on pharmacology of PPI's, and if applicable midazolam
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Pantoprazole
2014
Completed Phase 4
~1500
Midazolam injection
2018
Completed Phase 4
~1450

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas CityLead Sponsor
245 Previous Clinical Trials
935,649 Total Patients Enrolled
Valentina Shakhnovich, MD5.02 ReviewsPrincipal Investigator - Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City
Kathryn Kyler, MD, MSPrincipal InvestigatorChildren's Mercy Hospital Kansas City

Media Library

Pantoprazole (Proton Pump Inhibitor) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT04248335 — Phase 4
Acid Reflux Research Study Groups: In Weight Management Program, Not in Weight Management Program
Acid Reflux Clinical Trial 2023: Pantoprazole Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT04248335 — Phase 4
Pantoprazole (Proton Pump Inhibitor) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT04248335 — Phase 4

Frequently Asked Questions

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

How many individuals are contributing to this experiment?

"Correct. According to the information on clinicaltrials.gov, this clinical trial is still recruiting participants and was initially announced on the 3rd of July 2018 with a most recent update occurring in March 28th 2022. The study aims to include 150 individuals across 1 site."

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To what degree is Pantoprazole a risk to those using it therapeutically?

"The safety profile of Pantoprazole is rated highly due to the Phase 4 trial status - signifying that this medication has already been approved for clinical use."

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What therapeutic purposes does Pantoprazole commonly fulfill?

"Pantoprazole is typically used to treat helicobacter pylori, though it may also be prescribed for individuals struggling with status epilepticus (convulsive), anxiolytic therapy or an unusual seizure pattern."

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Who makes up the ideal candidate for this clinical investigation?

"This study calls for 150 participants, between the age of 6 and 21. To be eligible, they must have a BMI above the 10th percentile (6-20 years old) or 18.5 (>20 years). Additionally, those with GERD, NAFLD, chronic abdominal pain or obesity can also apply if otherwise healthy. Pantoprazole or lansoprazole use is allowed but not required; all applicants should pass an MRI Hoop Test Clearance as well."

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Are there still open slots available for potential participants of this research?

"As per the clinicaltrials.gov listing, this medical study is actively seeking participants having been initially submitted on July 3rd 2018 with a subsequent update published 28th March 2022."

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Does the eligibility for this research encompass those aged 55 or older?

"This medical trial is seeking participants aged 6 and over, but below 21."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Missouri
Oklahoma
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
Children's Mercy Kansas City
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria

How responsive is this trial?

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~16 spots leftby Dec 2024