Tegoprazan vs. proton pump inhibitors for erosive esophagitis: a superior alternative or just another option? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
Abstract
Tegoprazan, a novel potassium-competitive acid blocker, has emerged as a potential alternative to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) for the treatment of erosive esophagitis (EE), especially in light of long-term safety concerns associated with PPIs. This study aimed to assess the efficacy and safety of tegoprazan compared to PPIs in patients with EE. A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted following preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses guidelines, including three randomized controlled trials with a total of 658 patients diagnosed with EE. The primary outcomes were cumulative endoscopic healing rates across 4-8 weeks and at 4 and 8 weeks, while secondary outcomes included any adverse events, drug-related treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs), and serious adverse events (SAEs). Tegoprazan demonstrated noninferior healing rates at 4 weeks [relative risk (RR) = 1.05, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.96-1.16; P = 0.28; I ² = 51%] and 8 weeks (RR = 1.01, 95% CI: 0.96-1.06; P = 0.73; I ² = 0%) compared to PPIs. There was no statistically significant difference in the overall incidence of adverse events or SAEs (RR = 1.19, 95% CI: 0.92-1.53; P = 0.19; I ² = 24%). However, a significantly higher rate of drug-related TEAEs was observed in the tegoprazan group (RR = 1.23, 95% CI: 1.03-1.48; P = 0.02; I ² = 0%). In conclusion, tegoprazan is an effective treatment option for EE, with comparable efficacy to PPIs, though further studies are…
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Evidence Hub reads this as a meta-analysis, done in people. Its evidence level is 1 of 5 (Highest · pooled evidence). Pooled evidence from several studies sits at the top of the evidence pyramid. Reported size: 658 participants or records.
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