Clinical trials · Kentucky
Irritable Bowel Syndrome clinical trials in Kentucky
We’re tracking 3 recruiting irritable bowel syndrome studies with a site in Kentucky — including Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Kentucky
- NCT03339128RecruitingPhase 2
Eluxadoline for diarrhea-predominant IBS in children
This trial tests whether eluxadoline can reduce symptoms of IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D) in children ages 6 to 17. It also asks families to track symptoms with a daily diary to measure whether treatment helps over the study period.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 6–17 - NCT07545759RecruitingPhase 2
Testing brenipatide for IBS with diarrhea symptoms
This study tests whether a new medication called brenipatide can help people with IBS-diarrhea (IBS-D) reduce belly pain and loose stools. IBS-D is a condition where the intestines move too quickly, causing frequent diarrhea and discomfort.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18–75 - NCT07545772RecruitingPhase 2
Testing Brenipatide for Constipation-Focused IBS
This trial tests a new medicine called brenipatide to see if it can help people with IBS-C (irritable bowel syndrome with constipation). The study focuses on whether the drug reduces belly pain and improves bowel movements in people whose main symptom is hard or infrequent stools.
Louisville, KentuckyAges 18–75
Where these studies are running in Kentucky
Institutions with a site for the recruiting irritable bowel syndrome studies listed above.
- Gastroenterology Health Partners · 2 studies
- Michael W. Simon, MD, PSC
What taking part in a irritable bowel syndrome study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there irritable bowel syndrome clinical trials in Kentucky?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 3 recruiting irritable bowel syndrome studies with a site in Kentucky, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a irritable bowel syndrome study in Kentucky?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Kentucky to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Kentucky, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a irritable bowel syndrome trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
Not the right time?
New irritable bowel syndrome studies open in Kentucky regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.