Status:
COMPLETED
The Effects of Nexium on the Side Effects Associated With a Colonoscopy Prep
Lead Sponsor:
Thomas Jefferson University
Conditions:
Nausea
Vomiting
Eligibility:
All Genders
18+ years
Phase:
PHASE4
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to ascertain if the use of Nexium for 7 days prior to taking a colon prep for a colonoscopy will decrease the side effects that are associated with the colon preparation
Detailed Description
The high incidence for colon cancer make it an ideal target for screening. In the United Staes there are approximately 100,00 new cases of colon cancer yearly. Typically the progression from polyps to...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Subject 18 or older undergoing out-patient colonoscopy
Exclusion
- Pregnant females Use of protein Pump Inhibitor within last 4 weeks Use of prescription strength H-2 Blocker within last 4 weeks Use of over the counter strength H-2 Blocker greater than 2x's a week Hospitalized patients PEG-EL purgative contraindicated.
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
December 1 2003
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ACTUAL
End Date :
October 1 2007
Estimated Enrollment :
500 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00225238
Start Date
December 1 2003
End Date
October 1 2007
Last Update
June 5 2013
Active Locations (1)
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Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107