Holy basil for treating stomach discomfort (dyspepsia)
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether the herb holy basil can help relieve chronic stomach discomfort (dyspepsia) without the side effects of standard acid-reducing drugs. If you have ongoing upper belly pain and are not on certain medications, this trial may offer a natural alternative.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have had uncomfortable stomach pain or burning in your upper belly (dyspepsia) for at least a few weeks
- You do NOT have an active H. pylori stomach infection
- You do NOT have a stomach ulcer, severe acid reflux damage, or history of stomach cancer
- You are able to stop taking acid-reducing medicines (like omeprazole) for at least 2 weeks before the study starts
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to holy basil
Quick eligibility check
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