Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Quality sleep improvement with evening topical therapy for nocturnal GERD

Official title: QUality of Sleep Improvement With Evening Topical Therapy for Non-Erosive Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease: Results of a Single-center, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study (The QUIET Trial)

Run by Cellmedis · NCT07700342 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This trial tests a medical device given before bed to see if it reduces nighttime GERD symptoms and improves sleep and quality of life in adults with nocturnal reflux.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment50 (estimated)
SponsorCellmedis
Industry-sponsored
Locations2 sites (Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship and 1 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJuly 9, 2026
Main results expectedSeptember 30, 2026
Study endsSeptember 30, 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 14, 2026
Trial IDNCT07700342 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults with GERD or NERD experiencing nocturnal symptoms and moderate sleep disturbance despite prior proton pump inhibitor use.

Probably not a fit

Patients with non-nocturnal GERD symptoms or without sleep disturbance may not benefit.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This is a randomized, double-blind, single-center study evaluating a medical device versus placebo for adults with nocturnal GERD symptoms. Participants will apply the device nightly before sleep for 14 days and have two clinic visits during the treatment period. The study aims to determine if the device reduces nocturnal reflux symptoms, improves sleep quality, and enhances overall quality of life, while also assessing safety and tolerability. The device is described as a modern therapeutic option intended to provide rapid relief and longer-term protection of the esophageal mucosa. Enrollment requires a confirmed GERD diagnosis, prior partial response to proton pump inhibitors for nocturnal symptoms, and measurable sleep disturbance.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, patients may experience fewer nocturnal reflux symptoms and better sleep and daytime well-being.

How similar studies have gone: Previous similar approaches in GERD-related sleep disturbances have shown potential benefit, but this specific device and regimen are novel.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. Diagnosis of gastroesophageal reflux disease based on the presence of typical symptoms of heartburn and/or regurgitation at least 6 months before the screening visit, confirmed by the investigator.
2. Erosive reflux disease (ERD), Barrett's esophagus, and other esophageal abnormalities confirmed by gastroscopy within the last 6 months by the investigator based on medical records.
3. Use of proton pump inhibitors in a single morning dose for at least two months prior to study entry, with an inadequate response to these medications for nocturnal symptoms of gastrointestinal reflux, and with at least moderate sleep quality disturbances, as defined by the PSQI (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index) score of 5-10 points - moderate sleep disturbances. 4. Not using the following medications within the month prior to the screening visit: H2 blockers, prokinetics (itopride, prucalopride), GLP1/GIP analogues, antibiotics, baclofen, tricyclic antidepressants, serotonin and/or norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, and/or the following medications within the week prior to the screening visit: sucralfate, antacids, and esophageal protective agents. 5. Severity of gastroesophageal reflux symptoms that reduce the patient's quality of life, as subjectively confirmed by the patient. 6. Age ≥18 years of life at the time of the screening visit. 7. At the screening visit, women of childbearing potential must not be pregnant (confirmed by a urine pregnancy test) and must not be breastfeeding, or must be of non-reproductive potential (surgically sterilized, physiologically incapable of conceiving, or at least one year postmenopausal, i.e., amenorrheic for 12 consecutive months). 8. Women of childbearing potential who have a male partner of fertile potential must use a highly effective method of contraception from the screening visit until 18 weeks after the last dose of the investigational drug. 9. Men who have sex with women of childbearing potential must agree to use barrier contraceptive methods (condoms) or abstain from sexual intercourse throughout the study, beginning at the screening visit and for at least 7 days after the last dose of the investigational medical device. 10. Ability to participate in all aspects of this clinical trial. 11. A male or female patient who is able to voluntarily give informed consent.

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   Exclusion Criteria:

1\. Women who have started lactation or have a positive urine test confirming pregnancy during the study enrollment visit.2. Introduction of significant changes in diet and lifestyle during the study.3. Presence of warning signs during the study enrollment visit: dysphagia or odynophagia, unintentional weight loss of more than 5% of initial weight, symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding, anemia, upper abdominal tumor, and persistent vomiting for 7-10 days.4. Planned use during the study: antibiotics, pro-/pre-/synbiotics, short-chain fatty acids, proton pump inhibitors, H2 blockers, prokinetics (itopride, prucalopride), GLP1/GIP analogues, antibiotics, baclofen, tricyclic antidepressants, serotonin and/or norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, and one week before the start of the study: sucralfate, antacids, and preparations protecting the esophageal mucosa.5. Diagnosis of a serious illness (e.g., cancer). 6. : Planned hospitalization for any reason or diagnosis of any serious concomitant disease which, in the opinion of the investigator, is a contraindication to participation in the study or may compromise the safety of the patient. Translated with DeepL.com (free version) 7. Current or recent (within one year prior to randomization) history of alcohol dependence or psychoactive substance abuse.8. Active psychiatric problems that, in the investigator's opinion, may interfere with compliance with study procedures.9. Presence of unstable or uncontrolled cardiovascular disorders, moderate or severe heart failure (NYHA class III or IV), any pulmonary, hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, hematopoietic, coagulation, immunological, endocrine/metabolic disorders, or other medical disorders that, in the opinion of the investigator, could affect the results of the study or compromise the safety of the patient.10. Any person who:a. Is an employee of the study site, investigator, study organization, or Sponsor.b. Is a first-degree relative of an employee of the study site, investigator, CRO, or Sponsor.c. Is unable to attend all study visits or comply with study procedures.Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

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Where it's running

  • Medical Network Sp z o.o.
    Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
    Recruiting
  • Medical Network Sp z o.o.
    Warsaw, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
    Not yet recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Grażyna Rydzewska-Wyszkowska, Prof MD PhD — National Medical Institute of the Ministry of the interior and Adminstration PIM MSWiA
  • Study coordinator: Anna Zaorska, MD
  • Email: zaorska.ania@gmail.com
  • Phone: +48602229443

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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