Esomeprazole for Prevention of Upper Gastrointestinal Symptoms Associated With Continuous Use of NSAIDs
NSAIDs, Upper GI Symptoms
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for NSAIDs
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Signed informed consent. Completed the SH-NEN-0003 study with relief of upper GI symptom. Relief is defined as "last 7 days with a diary assessment of None or Minimal, but allowing up to 2 days to be rated as Mild during the 7-day period". A clinical diagnosis of a chronic condition (e.g., osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis) that requires continuous daily NSAID treatment for at least 6 months. Daily NSAID treatment is defined as taking the prescribed dose for at least 5 of 7 days in any given week and can include COX-2 selective NSAIDs, multiple NSAIDs, and high-dose NSAIDs. Daily NSAID treatment dose and type: Must have been stable for at least 9 weeks prior to inclusion Are expected to remain stable for the duration of the study. Must be administered orally. If more than one type of NSAID treatment is used, at least one type must be administered orally. Hp negative on Histology performed at baseline endoscopy in the study SHNEN-0003. Exclusion Criteria: Discontinuation from study SH-NEN-0003 Pain, discomfort or burning in the upper abdomen precipitated by exercise or relieved by defecation. Pain, discomfort or burning in the upper abdomen not associated with the use of NSAIDs, including COX-2 selective NSAIDs. Pregnancy or lactation. Women of childbearing potential must maintain effective contraception during the study period as judged by the investigator.
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