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A Study to Assess Menstrual Cramp Pain Associated With Primary Dysmenorrhea

A Double-Blind, Randomized, Crossover Study to Assess Menstrual Cramp Pain Associated With Primary Dysmenorrhea

Status
Completed
Phases
Phase 4
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT03448536
Enrollment
201
Registered
2018-02-28
Start date
2018-04-05
Completion date
2018-09-05
Last updated
2019-10-28

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Conditions

Dysmenorrhea

Keywords

Primary dysmenorrhea of at least moderate severity

Brief summary

The purpose of this study is to compare the maximum single dose of Aleve® (two tablets, equivalent to 440 mg of naproxen sodium) to the maximum single dose of Tylenol Extra Strength (two caplets, equivalent to 1000 mg of acetaminophen) in the treatment of menstrual pain associated with primary dysmenorrhea.

Interventions

DRUGNaproxen Sodium, (Aleve, BAY117031)

220 mg \*2 tablets, orally, single dose

500 mg \*2 caplets, orally, single dose

Sponsors

Bayer
Lead SponsorINDUSTRY

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
CROSSOVER
Primary purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
QUADRUPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
15 Years to 35 Years
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* Ambulatory healthy female patients between 15 and 35 years of age; * Patient has a history of Over-the-Counter (OTC) analgesic use for treatment of primary dysmenorrhea; * Patient has a history of regular menstrual cycles that typically occurs between every 21 to 35 days; * Patient has a self-reported history of primary dysmenorrhea (onset \<5 years after menarche) with at least moderate menstrual cramp pain (based on the categorical pain intensity scale, 0-3) occurring during four of the past six menstrual cycles; * Patient has a self-reported history of primary dysmenorrhea with other causes of dysmenorrhea having been excluded; * Patient typically requires at least one dose of an OTC analgesic medication such as naproxen, aspirin, acetaminophen, or ibuprofen taken on at least 1 day of her menstrual cycle for the treatment of moderate or severe menstrual cramp, and normally experiences pain relief from these medications; * Patient is of child-bearing potential and is using one of the following methods of contraception and agrees to continue this same method for the duration of the study: * Abstinence for at least the last 60 days AND willingness to use double barrier method should the patient become sexually active during the study; * Double barrier method (condom with contraceptive foam, diaphragm with contraceptive gel); * Permanent sterilization of patient or her spouse/partner; * Oral contraceptive (must have been using the same oral contraceptive for at least three months prior to study entry and agrees to remain on the same type and method throughout the course of the study). * Patient is willing to participate in the study and return to the study site within approximately 1 week after her menstrual cycle to return the study medication, urine pregnancy test, and for review of the completed patient e-diary; * Patient is willing to abstain from alcohol consumption throughout the 12-hour Treatment Period; * Patient is willing to abstain from caffeine consumption throughout the 12-hour Treatment Period; * Patient is willing to ingest the overencapsulated tablets throughout the study; * Patient is willing and able to participate in all scheduled visits, treatment plan, laboratory tests and other study procedures according to the clinical protocol.

Exclusion criteria

* Patient has a known history of allergic, idiosyncratic or serious adverse reaction, to acetaminophen, naproxen, aspirin, ibuprofen, or any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID); * Patient has a known allergy to any of the excipients in any of the study medication products; * Patient has experienced asthma, urticaria, or allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin, acetaminophen or other NSAIDs; * Patient has significant co-existing illness, including gastrointestinal, hepatic, renal, neurologic, cardiovascular, psychiatric, endocrine, respiratory, surgical procedure or other condition that, in the Investigator's judgment, contraindicates administration of the study medication; * Patient has a current or past history of severe gastritis, gastrointestinal bleeding or ulceration; * Patient has a current or past history of one or more of the following conditions: secondary dysmenorrhea, pelvic inflammatory disease, urinary tract infection (currently acute or recurrent \[defined as more than three per year\] prior history of an urinary tract infection is eligible for enrollment), adnexal masses, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis that in the opinion of the Investigator would impact patient safety and/or the study data; * Patient has an ongoing sexually transmitted disease (except for a history of genital herpes or Human Papillomavirus) or has abnormal vaginal discharge; * Patient requires prescription analgesics, narcotic, non-NSAID (i.e., defined as oral use of 5 or more times per week for greater than 3 weeks) or has routinely taken OTC medications in excess of label recommended instructions for control of dysmenorrhea symptoms; * Patient is taking mood-altering agents (e.g., antidepressants, sedatives, phenothiazines, or anti-anxiety agents). Patients who are on a stable dose for at least 3 months, and not taking this medication for dysmenorrhea or premenstrual syndrome are eligible for enrollment; * Patient does not agree to abstain from taking any analgesic and/or anti-inflammatory medication (with the exception of low dose aspirin \[defined as no greater than 100 mg daily\] taken for cardioprotective purposes) approximately 72 hours prior to the anticipated treatment period and throughout the dosing/assessment period. All pain and anti-inflammatory medications including supplements, topical heat or cold, and other products of topical application will be discontinued approximately 72 hours prior to the anticipated dosing for each treatment period and throughout the dosing/assessment period; * Patient does not agree to abstain from using transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation devices that are used to treat dysmenorrhea throughout each treatment period; * Patient is taking piroxicam (Feldene®) or oral corticosteroids. Patients taking inhaled or topical corticosteroids are eligible for enrollment; * Patient is pregnant, lactating , or less than 6 months postpartum; * Patient is currently using an intra-uterine devices (IUD), or using hormonal implants (e.g., Norplant) or injections (e.g., Depo-Provera) for contraception or used within the past 6 months; * Patient is currently using an oral contraceptive for less than 3 months, has been on a unstable dose within the last 3 months or has switched from one oral contraceptive to another within the last 3 months or intends to do so in the course of the study; * Patient has a history of chronic abuse of alcohol (regularly consumes 3 or more alcoholic drinks per day), analgesics, narcotic analgesics, ergot alkaloids, tranquilizers, or opioids or other substances known to produce dependence; in the judgement of the investigator within the past 3 years; * Positive drug at screening and visit 2 for illegal drug substances, or non-prescribed controlled substances; * Positive pregnancy test or breast feeding at screening and prior to dosing in each Treatment Period; * Patients with a medical disorder, condition or history such that could impair the patient's ability to participate or complete this study in the opinion of the investigator.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Sum of Total Pain Relief (TOTPAR) Over 0-12 HoursUp to 12 hours post-dosePain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 46. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
SPID Over 0-6 HoursUp to 6 hours post-dosePain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -55, and the maximum value could be 55.
SPID Over 6-12 HoursFrom 6 hours to 12 hours post-dosePain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -60, and the maximum value could be 60.
TOTPAR Over 0-6 HoursUp to 6 hours post-dosePain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 22. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.
TOTPAR 6-12 HoursFrom 6 hours to 12 hours post-dosePain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 24. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.
Summed Pain Intensity Difference (SPID) Over 0-12 HoursUp to 12 hours post-dosePain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -115, and the maximum value could be 115.
Pain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each EvaluationUp to 12 hours post-dosePain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement.
Number of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresUp to 12 hours post-doseGlobal evaluation was performed either at 12 hours post-dose or immediately prior to the first intake of rescue medication. Global Evaluation Score was based on the question 'Overall, I would rate the effectiveness of the study medication in relieving my menstrual pain as: 0=Poor, 1=Fair, 2=Good, 3=Very Good, 4=Excellent.'
Pain Relief Scores at Each EvaluationUp to 12 hours post-dosePain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief).
Time to First Intake of Rescue MedicationUp to 12 hours post-doseTime to first intake of rescue medication was defined as the number of hours elapsed between time of dose and time of rescue medication in each treatment period. Participants would be censored at time of last pain assessment.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Recruitment details

Study was conducted at multiple centers in the US between 05 April 2018 (first patient first visit) and 05 September 2018 (last patient last visit).

Pre-assignment details

Overall, 242 participants were screened. Of them, 201 participants were randomized, and 196 received study treatment.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Naproxen Sodium : Acetaminophen
Participants received one single oral dose of 440 mg naproxen sodium in treatment period 1, followed by one single oral dose of 1000 mg acetaminophen in treatment period 2
96
Acetaminophen : Naproxen Sodium
Participants received one single oral dose of 1000 mg acetaminophen in treatment period 1, followed by one single oral dose of 440 mg naproxen sodium in treatment period 2
100
Total196

Withdrawals & dropouts

PeriodReasonFG000FG001
Overall StudyInadequate pain reporter10
Overall StudyLost to Follow-up32
Overall StudyOther30
Overall StudyPhysician Decision10
Overall StudyPregnancy10
Overall StudyProtocol Violation20
Overall StudyWithdrawal by Subject12

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicAcetaminophen : Naproxen SodiumNaproxen Sodium : AcetaminophenTotal
Age, Continuous25.0 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.77
24.7 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.6
24.8 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 5.67
At least moderate pain intensity during 4 of last 6 menstrual cycles
No
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
At least moderate pain intensity during 4 of last 6 menstrual cycles
Yes
100 Participants96 Participants196 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
14 Participants13 Participants27 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
85 Participants83 Participants168 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
1 Participants0 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0 Participants1 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
2 Participants6 Participants8 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
27 Participants23 Participants50 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
2 Participants0 Participants2 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1 Participants0 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
68 Participants66 Participants134 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
100 Participants96 Participants196 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 1920 / 185
other
Total, other adverse events
12 / 1929 / 185
serious
Total, serious adverse events
0 / 1920 / 185

Outcome results

Primary

Sum of Total Pain Relief (TOTPAR) Over 0-12 Hours

Pain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 46. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received (included all participants who were randomized and provided at least one measure of an efficacy parameter after the first dose of investigational medicinal product \[IMP\] without any major protocol violations)

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumSum of Total Pain Relief (TOTPAR) Over 0-12 Hours29.18 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.003
AcetaminophenSum of Total Pain Relief (TOTPAR) Over 0-12 Hours24.87 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.029
p-value: <0.00195% CI: [2.06, 6.56]ANCOVA
Secondary

Number of Participants by Global Evaluation Scores

Global evaluation was performed either at 12 hours post-dose or immediately prior to the first intake of rescue medication. Global Evaluation Score was based on the question 'Overall, I would rate the effectiveness of the study medication in relieving my menstrual pain as: 0=Poor, 1=Fair, 2=Good, 3=Very Good, 4=Excellent.'

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: Subjects who were assessed for this endpoint in PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Naproxen SodiumNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresFair26 Participants
Naproxen SodiumNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresVery good60 Participants
Naproxen SodiumNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresGood25 Participants
Naproxen SodiumNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresExcellent35 Participants
Naproxen SodiumNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresPoor10 Participants
AcetaminophenNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresExcellent25 Participants
AcetaminophenNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresPoor13 Participants
AcetaminophenNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresFair42 Participants
AcetaminophenNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresGood38 Participants
AcetaminophenNumber of Participants by Global Evaluation ScoresVery good38 Participants
p-value: =0.002Cochran-Mantel-Haenszel
Secondary

Pain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation

Pain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement.

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation30 minutes0.8 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.47
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation1 hour1.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.93
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation3 hours4.1 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.4
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation6 hours5.1 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.59
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation9 hours4.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.93
Naproxen SodiumPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation12 hours5.0 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.97
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation9 hours3.6 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 3.13
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation30 minutes0.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.61
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation6 hours4.3 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.9
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation1 hour2.1 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.01
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation12 hours3.5 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 3.37
AcetaminophenPain Intensity Difference (PID) Scores at Each Evaluation3 hours4.0 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 2.68
Secondary

Pain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation

Pain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief).

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation30 minutes0.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.98
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation1 hour1.4 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.06
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation3 hours2.3 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.17
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation6 hours2.7 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.45
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation9 hours2.6 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.52
Naproxen SodiumPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation12 hours2.7 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.6
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation9 hours2.0 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.57
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation30 minutes0.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.01
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation6 hours2.4 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.5
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation1 hour1.6 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.12
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation12 hours1.9 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.69
AcetaminophenPain Relief Scores at Each Evaluation3 hours2.3 Scores on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.32
Secondary

SPID Over 0-6 Hours

Pain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -55, and the maximum value could be 55.

Time frame: Up to 6 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumSPID Over 0-6 Hours23.47 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.902
AcetaminophenSPID Over 0-6 Hours21.94 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.925
p-value: =0.12995% CI: [-0.45, 3.49]ANCOVA
Secondary

SPID Over 6-12 Hours

Pain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -60, and the maximum value could be 60.

Time frame: From 6 hours to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumSPID Over 6-12 Hours30.15 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.252
AcetaminophenSPID Over 6-12 Hours21.88 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.28
p-value: <0.00195% CI: [5.76, 10.78]ANCOVA
Secondary

Summed Pain Intensity Difference (SPID) Over 0-12 Hours

Pain intensity was measured using Numerical Rating Scale (from 0 to 10: 0 = no pain, 10 = worst possible pain). For each postdose time point, pain intensity differences (PIDs) were derived by subtracting the pain intensity at the postdose time point from the baseline intensity score (baseline score - post-baseline score). A positive difference was indicative of improvement. Time-weighted summed pain intensity differences (SPIDs) were calculated by multiplying the PID score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value could be -115, and the maximum value could be 115.

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumSummed Pain Intensity Difference (SPID) Over 0-12 Hours53.62 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.931
AcetaminophenSummed Pain Intensity Difference (SPID) Over 0-12 Hours43.82 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 1.977
p-value: <0.00195% CI: [5.75, 13.85]ANCOVA
Secondary

Time to First Intake of Rescue Medication

Time to first intake of rescue medication was defined as the number of hours elapsed between time of dose and time of rescue medication in each treatment period. Participants would be censored at time of last pain assessment.

Time frame: Up to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (MEDIAN)
Naproxen SodiumTime to First Intake of Rescue MedicationNA Hours
AcetaminophenTime to First Intake of Rescue MedicationNA Hours
p-value: <0.001Log Rank
Secondary

TOTPAR 6-12 Hours

Pain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 24. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.

Time frame: From 6 hours to 12 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumTOTPAR 6-12 Hours15.72 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.661
AcetaminophenTOTPAR 6-12 Hours11.97 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.677
p-value: <0.00195% CI: [2.34, 5.16]ANCOVA
Secondary

TOTPAR Over 0-6 Hours

Pain relief was measured using Categorical Pain Relief Rating Scale (0 = No relief, 1 = a little relief, 2 = some relief, 3 = a lot of relief, 4 = complete relief). Total pain relief scores (TOTPARs) were calculated by multiplying the pain relief score at each postdose time point by the duration (in hours) since the preceding time point and then summing these values. The minimum value is 0, and the maximum value is 22. Higher scores was indicative of more pain relief.

Time frame: Up to 6 hours post-dose

Population: PP population per treatment received

ArmMeasureValue (LEAST_SQUARES_MEAN)Dispersion
Naproxen SodiumTOTPAR Over 0-6 Hours13.46 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.451
AcetaminophenTOTPAR Over 0-6 Hours12.90 Scores on a scale * hoursStandard Error 0.463
p-value: =0.30795% CI: [-0.52, 1.64]ANCOVA

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 20, 2026