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Polyethylene Glycol

Phase 2

Constipation | Small molecule | Gastrointestinal |Bayer AG|Last Updated: Mar 11, 2015

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Trial Design

RandomizedPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment65

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Clinical trial landscape

Polyethylene Glycol · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT01885104Safety and Tolerability of Oral Polyethylene Glycol (PEG 3350) Solution in Participants With Constipation (MK-8114-003)Constipation
COMPLETED65 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety and Tolerability of Oral Polyethylene Glycol (PEG 3350) Solution in Participants With Constipation (MK-8114-003)
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Number of Participants With Inflammation of the Oral Mucosa
Visit 2 (Day 1) and Visit 3 (Day 17 ± 2 days), up to 19 days after start of treatment

Participants underwent visual examination of the oral muscosa at Visit 2 and Visit 3. Measurements were based on 0-3 Likert Scale Scores: 0 = No inflammation (no erythema, no erosion/ulceration); 1 = Mild inflammation (erythema without erosion/ulceration); 2 = Moderate inflammation (erythema with erosion); 3 = Severe inflammation (erythema with ulceration).

Number of Participants With Inflammation of the Esophageal Mucosa
Visit 2 (Day 1) and Visit 3 (Day 17 ± 2 days), up to 19 days after start of treatment

Participants underwent endoscopic examination of the esophageal mucosa at Visit 2 and Visit 3. Measurements were based on 0-3 Likert Scale Scores: 0 = No inflammation (no erythema, no erosion/ulceration); 1 = Mild inflammation (erythema without erosion/ulceration); 2 = Moderate inflammation (erythema with erosion); 3 = Severe inflammation (erythema with ulceration).

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
PEG 3350EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive a 17 g dose of PEG 3350 solution concentrate in a volume of approximately 30 mL, once a day, for 14 days. Bisacodyl laxative tablets, 5.0 mg, 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose, will be provided for use as a rescue medication if a participant has not had a bowel movement for 72 hours after start of treatment.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants will receive a 17 g dose of Placebo solution concentrate in a volume of approximately 30 mL, once a day, for 14 days. Bisacodyl laxative tablets, 5.0 mg, 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose, will be provided for use as a rescue medication if a participant has not had a bowel movement for 72 hours after start of treatment.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG 3350)DRUGOral 17 g dose of PEG 3350 solution concentrate in a volume of approximately 30 mL, once a day, for 14 days.
PlaceboDRUGOral 17 g dose of Placebo solution concentrate in a volume of approximately 30 mL, once a day, for 14 days.
Bisacodyl laxative tablets (rescue medication)DRUG5.0 mg tablets, 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose, to be provided for use as rescue medication if participant has not had bowel movement for 72 hours after start of treatment.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 75 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: * ambulatory male or female with no history or current evidence of other conditions or abnormalities that would affect study results or interfere with participation for full duration of study * meets diagnostic criteria for functional constipation. This includes loose stools tha...

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Frequently asked questions about Polyethylene Glycol

What is Polyethylene Glycol used for?

Polyethylene Glycol is used for constipation. It is being studied as an oral solution for the treatment of constipation in adults. The drug is currently in Phase 2 clinical development for this gastrointestinal condition.

Who makes Polyethylene Glycol?

Polyethylene Glycol is being developed by Bayer AG, a company traded under the ticker BAYRY. The drug is in Phase 2 clinical development for the treatment of constipation.

What phase is Polyethylene Glycol in?

Polyethylene Glycol is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug being studied for the treatment of constipation. The drug is not approved and remains in clinical testing.

What clinical trials is Polyethylene Glycol in?

Polyethylene Glycol has one completed Phase 2 clinical trial, NCT01885104, which evaluated the safety and tolerability of oral polyethylene glycol solution in participants with constipation. The trial enrolled 65 adults and was placebo-controlled.

Is Polyethylene Glycol the same as PEG 3350?

Polyethylene Glycol is also known as PEG 3350. The clinical trial NCT01885104 studied oral polyethylene glycol (PEG 3350) solution in participants with constipation.