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AH23844

Phase 2

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease | Small molecule | Gastrointestinal |GSK plc|Trials Updated: Jan 19, 2017

AH23844 target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as AH23844 (lavoltidine)

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindUNCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment92

FDA Designations

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AH23844 clinical trials

AH23844 · 1 trial · 2 indications

Phase 2 1
NCT00405119A Study To Investigate The Effectiveness Of AH234844 (Lavoltidine) Compared With NEXIUM And Ranitidine.Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
COMPLETED92 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study To Investigate The Effectiveness Of AH234844 (Lavoltidine) Compared With NEXIUM And Ranitidine.
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

pH over 24hours
over 24hours

Secondary Endpoints

%24 hours pH>4 Median gastric pH Adverse events
over 24 hours
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeDIAGNOSTIC

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
AH23844 (lavoltidine)DRUG -
NEXIUM (esomeprazole)DRUG -
ZANTAC (ranitidine)DRUG -
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 55 Years
SexMALE
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites2

Inclusion criteria: * Subject must have a Body Mass Index (BMI) from 19-30 kg/m2 * Subject does not present with abnormal clinical lab findings * Subject is able to tolerate a nasogastric pH electrode. Exclusion criteria: * Subject is Helicobacter-positive on a C13 urea breath test * Subject has ...

Countries:Australia
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Frequently asked questions about AH23844

What is AH23844 used for?

AH23844 is an investigational small molecule developed for gastroesophageal reflux disease, also known as GERD or acid reflux. It was studied in a Phase 2 clinical trial in adults with gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is not an approved therapy and remains in clinical development.

Who is developing AH23844?

AH23844 is being developed by GSK plc, which trades under the ticker GSK. The company sponsored the Phase 2 study of the compound in gastroesophageal reflux disease. GSK holds the development program for this asset.

What phase is AH23844 in?

AH23844 is in Phase 2 development. One Phase 2 trial has been completed, and no trials are currently active. The drug is investigational and has not been approved for any indication.

What clinical trials is AH23844 in?

AH23844 has been studied in one completed Phase 2 trial, NCT00405119, titled a study to investigate the effectiveness of AH234844 (lavoltidine) compared with NEXIUM and ranitidine. The trial enrolled 92 participants in Australia, was randomized and double blind, and included healthy male volunteers aged 18 years and older.

Is AH23844 the same as lavoltidine?

Yes, AH23844 is also known as lavoltidine. The two names refer to the same investigational small molecule studied for gastroesophageal reflux disease. Searches for either name lead to the same GSK development program.

What is AH23844 used for in gastroesophageal reflux disease?

AH23844 was studied as a treatment for gastroesophageal reflux disease, a condition in which stomach contents flow back into the esophagus. The completed Phase 2 trial compared it with NEXIUM and ranitidine in 92 participants. It is investigational and not approved for use.