Traditional Chinese medicine pill for diarrhea-type irritable bowel syndrome
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests a traditional Chinese medicine pill called Huanghou Zhixie Diwan for people with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D). It aims to reduce belly pain and improve stool consistency, and may offer a new option for those who haven't found relief with standard treatments.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old
- Diagnosed with IBS with diarrhea (IBS-D) — loose stools and belly pain
- Had a colonoscopy within the past year — small polyps or hemorrhoids are okay
- Have moderate to severe belly pain and loose stools at least twice a week
- No other serious digestive, metabolic, or psychiatric conditions
- Not taking certain IBS medications in the past 4 weeks (e.g., anti-diarrheals, antidepressants)
Quick eligibility check
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