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Crystalline Lactulose

Phase 2

Colonoscopy | Small molecule | Other |Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc.|Last Updated: Aug 8, 2014

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLEDBiomarker
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment40

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Crystalline Lactulose · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT01650870Safety, Efficacy, and Patient Preference of Split-Dose Crystalline Lactulose as a Preparation for Colonoscopy in AdultsColonoscopy
COMPLETED40 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
Safety, Efficacy, and Patient Preference of Split-Dose Crystalline Lactulose as a Preparation for Colonoscopy in Adults
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Cleanliness of the Colon During Colonoscopy
Day of the procedure

To evaluate the primary objective of efficacy of the split-dose, the following endpoint will be measured: o Physician's determination of the cleanliness of the colon will be evaluated by completion of the Boston bowel prep scale.

Secondary Endpoints

Treatment Failures
Day of the procedure
Patient Tolerability and Preference
Day before and day of colonoscopy
Colonic Hydrogen and Methane Gas Production
Day of colonoscopy
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingSINGLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Evening Only (full-dose)ACTIVE_COMPARATORThe dosing regimen of Crystalline lactulose will be four 45-gram doses (one dose every 60 minutes for 4 straight hours) taken the evening before the colonoscopy procedure.
Split-doseEXPERIMENTALThe dosing regimen of Crystalline lactulose will be three 45-gram doses (one dose every 60 minutes for 3 straight hours) taken the evening before the colonoscopy procedure followed by one 45-gram dose the morning before the colonoscopy procedure.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Crystalline LactuloseDRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients requiring bowel evacuation for colonoscopy Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with galactosemia (galactose-sensitive diet) * Patients known to be hypersensitive to any of the components of Crystalline Lactulose * Patients with a history of a failed bowel preparation * P...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Crystalline Lactulose

What is Crystalline Lactulose used for?

Crystalline Lactulose is an investigational small molecule being studied for use in colonoscopy. It is being evaluated as a bowel preparation agent to cleanse the colon before the procedure. The drug is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA.

Who makes Crystalline Lactulose?

Crystalline Lactulose is being developed by Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol CPIX. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of this drug for colonoscopy preparation.

What phase is Crystalline Lactulose in?

Crystalline Lactulose is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. A Phase 2 clinical trial has been completed to assess its safety, efficacy, and patient preference as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults.

What clinical trials is Crystalline Lactulose in?

Crystalline Lactulose has one completed clinical trial, identified as NCT01650870. This Phase 2 study, titled "Safety, Efficacy, and Patient Preference of Split-Dose Crystalline Lactulose as a Preparation for Colonoscopy in Adults," enrolled 40 participants in the United States. The trial was active-controlled and randomized.

Is Crystalline Lactulose the same as lactulose?

Crystalline Lactulose is a specific crystalline form of lactulose, a synthetic sugar used as a laxative. While it shares the same active ingredient, the crystalline formulation is being developed specifically for colonoscopy preparation. The drug is currently in Phase 2 trials and is not yet approved for this use.