The Effects of Nexium on the Side Effects Associated With a Colonoscopy Prep
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The purpose of this study is to ascertain if the use of Nexium for 7 days prior to taking a colon prep for a colonoscopy will decrease the side effects that are associated with the colon preparation
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The high incidence for colon cancer make it an ideal target for screening. In the United Staes there are approximately 100,00 new cases of colon cancer yearly. Typically the progression from polyps to cancer requires years. This permits a screening procedure to identify polyps befoere they are cancerous. Colon cleansing is required prior to colonoscopy. The gastrointestinal syptoms associted with colonic preps are common and oftn assoicated wwith upper gastrointestinal disorders including GERD, non-ulcer syspepsia, and gastric dysmotoility such as gastropareesis.
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- Subject 18 or older undergoing out-patient colonoscopy
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- Pregnant females Use of protein Pump Inhibitor within last 4 weeks Use of prescription strength H-2 Blocker within last 4 weeks Use of over the counter strength H-2 Blocker greater than 2x's a week Hospitalized patients PEG-EL purgative contraindicated.
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