11-24-2007
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This Phase 2b trial involving a drug to be taken orally for symptom relief of constipation predominant IBS (ClinicalTrials.gov number NCT00547469) is enrolling female patients only – at 69 sites in more than 20 U.S. states and across Canada.
The drug - pumosetrag (DDP733) – is said to mimic the effect of the neurotransmitter serotonin, which is known to be involved in control of the gastrointestinal system.
For details of this large-scale pharmaceutical firm-sponsored study, visit the study listing at ClinicalTrials.gov.
For those who may be interested in participating, the ClinicalTrials.gov description includes a link to a separate site with more information about the trial and the trial sites (http://www.pictureibs.com) – plus an interactive eligibility-screening questionnaire.