Pirfenidone for treating chronic pancreatitis pain
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether pirfenidone, an oral medication that may reduce scarring and inflammation, can help relieve pain in people with chronic pancreatitis. If you have ongoing pain or frequent flare-ups, this study could offer a new treatment option.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 85 years old.
- You have a diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis, confirmed by imaging such as CT or MRI.
- You have had pancreatitis-related pain of at least 4 out of 10 on average over the past 3 months, or you have had one or more inflammatory flare-ups in the last 6 months.
- You are willing to sign a consent form and follow the study procedures.
- You do not have severe heart failure, cirrhosis, active cancer, or other conditions that might make the study unsafe for you.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and if you could become pregnant, you agree to use effective birth control during the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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