Probiotic to reduce side effects during colon cancer chemo
Treatments studied
Part of Cancer, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking a probiotic (a beneficial bacteria) called Clostridium butyricum can help reduce side effects during chemotherapy after colorectal cancer surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old
- You have had surgery to remove your colorectal cancer and your doctor recommends chemotherapy or other anti-cancer treatment afterwards
- You have not taken probiotics, prebiotics, or antibiotics in the last 2 weeks
- You have not had chemotherapy, radiation, or targeted therapy before your surgery
- You did not have a stoma (a surgical opening in the belly) created during your operation
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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