Irritable bowel syndrome research hub
11 indexed studies · 7 currently recruiting
- completed
Novel management of symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) causes frequent diarrhoea and stomach discomfort. This UK study compares standard GP care with care from a specialist nurse who runs extra tests to find other treatable gut conditions. It aims to see if targeted tests lead to better symptom relief over one year.
United Kingdom · England - authorisedTherapeutic use (Phase IV)
A prospective, exploratory, parallel-group, low-intervention, phase IV, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multi-center, national, 2-arm trial to investigate efficacy and safety of Amara-Tropfen (Amara drops) in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
This study looks at whether a herbal liquid medicine called Amara drops can help ease symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Researchers want to see if these drops reduce stomach pain, bloating, and digestive discomfort compared to a dummy liquid (placebo) over eight weeks of daily treatment.
Germany - completed
Study on the impact of methylcellulose and a special carbohydrate on bowel gas in people with IBS and constipation
This study looks at how a food additive called methylcellulose might help people with IBS and constipation. It aims to reduce gas and bloating caused by a common fibre called inulin, found in many foods, by seeing if methylcellulose can make digestion easier.
United Kingdom · England - recruiting
Functional Digestive Disorders Observatory
This study looks at common gut problems like IBS, constipation, and tummy pain. Researchers are collecting health information and samples (like blood) from adults already getting care. The aim is to understand these conditions better and find new ways to diagnose or treat them.
France - recruitingPHASE2
A Study of Brenipatide (LY3537031) in Participants With Irritable Bowel Syndrome-Diarrhea (IBS-D)
This study is looking at a new medicine called brenipatide (LY3537031) for people with irritable bowel syndrome who mostly have diarrhea (IBS-D). We want to see if it's safe, what side effects it might cause, and if it helps reduce symptoms.
United States · Belgium · Canada - authorisedTherapeutic exploratory (Phase II)
Mesotherapy treatment of irritable bowel syndrome
This study is looking into a treatment called mesotherapy for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It's a small-scale trial to see if this treatment could help improve IBS symptoms. Anyone aged 18 or over, male or female, with IBS might be able to take part.
France - recruitingPHASE2
A Study of Brenipatide (LY3537031) in Participants With Irritable Bowel Syndrome-Constipation (IBS-C)
This study is testing a new medicine, brenipatide (LY3537031), for people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation (IBS-C). We want to see if it's safe, what side effects it might have, and if it helps reduce symptoms.
United States · Belgium · Canada - recruitingNA
Visible Abdominal Distension
This study is looking into a new way to help people with tummy bloating, often linked to conditions like IBS. We're testing a special mind-body technique called biofeedback to see if it can reduce visible bloating. It's a simple, hands-on method that you can learn.
United States · Canada · France - not yet recruitingNA
Effect of Pre-dosing With Methylcellulose or Psyllium on Colonic Fermentation of Inulin
This study looks at whether natural fibres like methylcellulose or psyllium, taken before a fibre called inulin, can help reduce gas and discomfort in people with IBS. Researchers want to see if these pre-doses change how inulin is processed in the gut compared to a sugar pill.
United Kingdom - recruitingPHASE2
Study to Explore the Therapeutic Effect of Eluxadoline in Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome With Diarrhea in Children
This study is looking at a medicine called eluxadoline to see if it can help children aged 6-17 with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) that causes diarrhoea. Researchers want to understand how it works in children, if it's safe, and how well it helps manage symptoms.
United States · Bulgaria · Canada - recruitingNA
Effect of Chronic Feeding of Inulin And Methylcellulose on Colonic Fermentation
This study looks at how a mix of two fibres, inulin and methylcellulose, affects gut gas in people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It compares this mix to a sugar called maltodextrin to see if it helps reduce uncomfortable symptoms like bloating.
United Kingdom