Title
PPI-Rebound-Trial. A Study of the Clinical Relevance of the Acid Rebound Phenomena
Phase
Phase 4Lead Sponsor
University Hospital KogeStudy Type
InterventionalStatus
Unknown statusIndication/Condition
HealthyIntervention/Treatment
esomeprazole ...Study Participants
NoneThe acid secretion in the stomach seems to increase after withdrawal of min. 8 wks of treatment with a PPI (protonpump inhibitor) It is unknown if this acid rebound phenomenon is of clinical significance. In a doubleblinded and placebocontrolled study healthy volunteers are randomized to treatment with placebo or PPI + placebo. Gastrointestinal symptoms are scored once a week and.
40 mg od for 8 wks
Inclusion Criteria: 18 years + Exclusion Criteria: Dyspepsia, heartburn og acid regurgitation within the preceeding 4 weeks Previous treatment with PPI og H2RA Previous contact to doctor or hospital because of dyspepsia or reflux Pregnancy or breast feeding