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Prevention of Recurrence of Diverticulitis - NCT00545740-13760(Clinical Trial 187914)



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City:  Endwell
State:  
NY
Zip Code: 13760
Conditions: Diverticulitis
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine whether SPD476 is effective in reducing recurrence of diverticulitis.
Study summary:
Criteria: Inclusion Criteria: 1. Males and females =>18yrs of age. 2. If female of childbearing potential (FOCP), has demonstrated a negative beta HCG (human chorionic gonadotropin) serum pregnancy test, and agrees to comply with any applicable contraceptive requirements of the protocol. 3. An episode of acute diverticulitis that resolved without colonic resection. 4. Confirmation of diverticulosis via endoscopic evaluation of the sigmoid colon with at least three diverticula noted. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Previous colorectal surgery, including surgical intervention for diverticular disease (with the exception of haemorrhoidectomy, colonic removal of polyps, and appendectomy) 2. Active peptic ulcer disease 3. History of or current presence of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) 4. Subjects with active irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) requiring ongoing medication 5. Allergy or hypersensitivity to aspirin or related compounds 6. Allergy to radiologic contrast agents 7. Use of another Investigational product within 30 days of Baseline 8. Use of antibiotic therapy within 4 weeks of Baseline 9. Within 14 days of Baseline, use of prebiotic, probiotic or 5-ASA medications, as well as drugs active at the 5HT-receptor or anti-spasmodic agents 10. Use of systemic or rectal steroids within 6 weeks of Baseline. Use of inhaled or nasal steroids is acceptable 11. Use of anti-inflammatory drugs, (NSIADs, COX-2 inhibitors) including aspirin (except for cardiac prophylaxis) and ibuprofen, on a regular and ongoing basis 12. History of alcohol or other substance abuse within the previous year 13. Active or recent history of endometriosis or dysmenorrhoea within 6 months prior to Baseline 14. Females who are lactating
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Date Processed: February 16, 2010
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