Could a statin stop stomach troubles? new trial hopes so

NCT ID NCT07042165

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study tests whether atorvastatin, a common cholesterol medicine, can reduce bile acid production and improve symptoms like stomach pain and frequent, urgent diarrhea in people with bile acid diarrhea. About 20 adults with moderate to severe disease will receive either atorvastatin or a placebo, then switch treatments to compare effects. The goal is to find a new treatment option for this socially debilitating condition.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Center for Clinical Metabolic Research, Gentofte Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hellerup, 2900, Denmark

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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