Endometriosis
Conditions
Keywords
Endometriosis associated pelvic pain
Brief summary
This study was designed as a proof-of-concept trial to evaluate safety, tolerability, and the efficacy of 1800 mg (ZK 811752 600 mg given orally three times daily) over 12 weeks for the treatment of endometriosis associated pelvic pain (EAPP) in comparison to placebo.
Detailed description
The study has previously been posted by Schering AG, Germany. Schering AG, Germany has been renamed to Bayer Schering Pharma AG, Germany. Bayer Schering Pharma AG, Germany is the sponsor of the trial.
Interventions
Given orally in a dose of 600 mg three times daily over 12 weeks
Placebo
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* Pain associated with proven endometriosis, as determined by diagnostic measures within 24 months prior to start of treatment * Women with cyclic menstrual bleeding- Good general health * Willingness to use a barrier contraceptive method such as condoms but no hormonal contraception- Willingness to use only up to 3 Ibuprofen 400 tablets as pain killer for endometriosis-related pelvic pain - Age 18 to 45 years inclusive - Fertile and non-fertile
Exclusion criteria
* Pregnancy, lactation- Bearing of an intra-uterine device * Current use of hormonal agents. * Actual or history of cardiovascular and further serious disorders
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Individual absolute change in endometriosis associated pelvic pain (EAPP) | 12 weeks | EAPP was assessed by a composite parameter, consisting of the reading of the visual analog scale (VAS) and the intake of rescue medication |
| Individual change in intake of rescue medication | 12 weeks | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Number of participants with adverse events | 12 weeks |
Countries
Czechia, Denmark, Finland, France, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden