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Lubiprostone

Phase 3

Chronic Idiopathic Constipation | Small molecule | Gastrointestinal |Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd|Last Updated: Apr 3, 2014

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment909

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Clinical trial landscape

Lubiprostone · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 3 1
NCT01674530Evaluation of Clinical Equivalence Between Two Lubiprostone Products in the Treatment of Chronic Idiopathic ConstipationChronic Idiopathic Constipation
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PHASE3COMPLETED
Evaluation of Clinical Equivalence Between Two Lubiprostone Products in the Treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Primary Analysis
Day 8

Clinical equivalence of the Test and Reference treatments and the superiority of each active treatment over the Placebo in the change from baseline in mean number of SBM's during the 7 day treatment period of the study

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
LubiprostoneEXPERIMENTALManufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd( 24 mcg administered for 7 days )
AMITIZA®ACTIVE_COMPARATORManufactured by Sucampo Pharmaceuticals(24 mcg administered for 7 days)
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORManufactured by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd ( 24 mcg adminstered for 7 days )

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
LubiprostoneDRUG24 mcg Capsules to be given in the experimental arm with Placebo Of AMITIZA
PlaceboDRUG24 mcg capsules of both experimental Lubiprostone and AMITIZA
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites93

Main Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients who have signed the written informed consent form prior to entering the study. 2. Male or non-pregnant female aged ≥ 18 years with a clinical diagnosis of CIC defined as, on average, \< 3 SBMs per week and confirmed by daily diary during the two week baseline/wa...

Countries:United States
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Frequently asked questions about Lubiprostone

What is Lubiprostone used for?

Lubiprostone is used for the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. It is a small molecule being developed by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd. The drug is currently in Phase 3 clinical development for this gastrointestinal condition.

What does Lubiprostone target?

Lubiprostone is a small molecule that activates chloride channels in the intestine, increasing fluid secretion to soften stool and promote bowel movements. It is being studied for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation, a condition characterized by difficult or infrequent bowel movements without an identifiable cause.

Who makes Lubiprostone?

Lubiprostone is being developed by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd, a pharmaceutical company listed on the stock exchange under the ticker RDY. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug for the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation.

What phase is Lubiprostone in?

Lubiprostone is in Phase 3 clinical development for Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not yet been approved by regulatory authorities. The Phase 3 trial has been completed, and the results will inform potential regulatory submissions.

What clinical trials is Lubiprostone in?

Lubiprostone has one completed Phase 3 clinical trial, identified as NCT01674530. This trial evaluated the clinical equivalence between two lubiprostone products in the treatment of Chronic Idiopathic Constipation. The study enrolled 909 participants in the United States and was randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled.

Is Lubiprostone the same as Amitiza?

Lubiprostone is the generic name for the drug, which is also known by the brand name Amitiza. The Phase 3 trial NCT01674530 was designed to evaluate the clinical equivalence between two lubiprostone products, suggesting that Dr. Reddy's is developing a generic version of the drug.