Publications by authors named "T Losch-Beridon"

Background & Aims: Pediatric functional constipation (PFC) is a common problem in children that causes distress and presents treatment challenges to health care professionals. We conducted a randomized, placebo-controlled trial (study 1) in patients with PFC (6-17 years of age) to evaluate the efficacy and safety of lubiprostone, followed by an open-label extension for those who completed the placebo-controlled phase (study 2).

Methods: Study 1 (NCT02042183) was a phase 3, multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, 12-week study evaluating the efficacy and safety of lubiprostone 12 μg twice daily (BID) and 24 μg BID.

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Introduction: Lubiprostone capsules are approved for managing three different chronic constipation conditions. A "sprinkle" formulation may facilitate use in individuals with difficulty swallowing capsules. Our objective was to evaluate the bioequivalence, pharmacokinetics (PK), and bioavailability of lubiprostone sprinkles vs lubiprostone capsules, compared with placebo.

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Objectives: To examine the efficacy and safety of lubiprostone for the treatment of opioid-induced constipation (OIC) in patients by opioid class received.

Design: Data were pooled from three phase III, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled studies.

Subjects/setting: Adults with chronic noncancer pain receiving opioid therapy for 30 or more days and diagnosed with OIC.

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Objective: The efficacy and safety of oral lubiprostone for relieving symptoms of opioid-induced constipation (OIC) in patients with chronic noncancer pain were evaluated in a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. These data were also pooled with those from two similar phase 3 studies to explore the effects of methadone on treatment response.

Methods: In the primary study, adults with OIC (fewer than three spontaneous bowel movements [SBMs] per week) were randomized to receive lubiprostone 24 mcg or placebo twice daily for 12 weeks.

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