New GERD drug FEXUCLUE shows promise for heartburn relief

NCT ID NCT05660122

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This completed study looked at whether FEXUCLUE (fexuprazan) tablets can improve heartburn and acid reflux symptoms in people with erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Over 2,800 adults took the medication for 4 to 8 weeks and reported their symptom changes. The goal was to see if the drug helps patients feel better day-to-day.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Fexuprazan Hydrochloride (FEXUCLUE tablet)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could confirm that FEXUCLUE helps relieve heartburn and acid reflux symptoms in people with erosive GERD.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be less reliable. It also only looks at short-term symptom improvement, not long-term healing or prevention.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastroesophageal reflux disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Samsung Medical Center

    Seoul, South Korea