Chinese herbal medicine for heartburn without stomach erosion
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a traditional Chinese herbal remedy called Chaizhi Hewei Decoction can reduce heartburn and reflux symptoms in people who have acid reflux but no visible damage to their stomach lining. The herbal formula is designed to address both the reflux symptoms and an underlying pattern of imbalance between the liver and stomach according to Chinese medicine principles.
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Who can take part
- You have heartburn or acid reflux without visible erosion or damage to your stomach (confirmed by endoscopy or clinical evaluation)
- Your reflux symptoms are moderate (GERD Q score above 8, meaning significant discomfort)
- You fit the traditional Chinese medicine pattern of 'liver-stomach disharmony'
- You are 18–70 years old
- You are not currently taking acid-reducing medications like proton pump inhibitors
- You have not been in another drug trial in the past 4 weeks
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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