New drug aims to ease Opioid-Related constipation

NCT ID NCT01401985

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

Summary

This pilot study tested a drug called TD-1211 in 95 people who had constipation from taking opioid pain medications. The main goal was to see if the drug was safe and tolerable. Researchers also looked at whether it increased the number of complete and spontaneous bowel movements.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

TD-1211

What this could lead to

If it works, this could lead to a new treatment option for constipation caused by opioid pain medications.

What could go wrong

This is an early pilot study with only 95 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug might not work better than a placebo or could have side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

constipation disorder opioid-induced constipation

As listed by the trial registrant

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

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Theravance Biopharma Investigational Site

    Pasadena, California, 91105, United States