New study tests antacid for Post-PPI acid rebound relief

NCT ID NCT07291700

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This observational study in Germany looks at whether hydrotalcite (Talcid) can ease acid-related symptoms like heartburn that occur when people stop long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). About 167 adults who recently stopped PPIs will take hydrotalcite as needed for four weeks and report their symptom relief and satisfaction. The goal is to see if this antacid helps people avoid restarting PPIs.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Hydrotalcite (Talcid chewable tablet)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that hydrotalcite is an effective on-demand option for managing acid rebound symptoms after stopping PPIs, helping people avoid restarting long-term acid suppression.

What could go wrong

This is a small observational study (167 participants) with no control group, so results may not prove cause and effect. The 40% dropout rate could also limit the reliability of findings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastroesophageal reflux disease Heartburn Nausea

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Bayer Germany

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Wuppertal, 42096, Germany

  • Bayer Vital GmbH

    RECRUITING

    Leverkusen, 51373, Germany