Traditional Chinese Medicine for Diarrhea-Dominant IBS
Part of Genetic & congenital, Skin clinical trials.
This trial tests whether Changji'an Capsules, a traditional Chinese medicine, can reduce symptoms of IBS with diarrhea (abdominal pain, bloating, and loose stools). The trial is for people aged 18–65 who have been diagnosed with this condition and may not have responded well to other treatments.
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Who can take part
- Diagnosed with IBS with diarrhea (loose stools as the main symptom)
- Moderate symptoms: at least one of these per week on average—abdominal pain, bloating, or discomfort rated 3+ on a 0–10 scale, plus at least 2 days with loose stools
- No serious infections, inflammatory bowel disease, polyps larger than 5mm, or cancer found on a recent colonoscopy
- No diabetes, heart disease, liver/kidney problems, or other serious health conditions
- Not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant; willing to use contraception if applicable
- Not taking other IBS medications or gut-affecting drugs in the past 1–2 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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