RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06969872

Effects of Probiotics on Symptoms of Constipation in Adults With Functional Constipation

The Effects of ABKefir on Functional Constipation in Subjects: a Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Trial


Sponsor

Chung Shan Medical University

Enrollment

165 participants

Start Date

Dec 27, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of 1 capsules of ABKefir per day on symptoms of constipation in subjects with functional constipation by clinical trial.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Inclusion Criteria4

  • male or female
  • aged 18-75 years old
  • fulfill Rome IV criteria for functional constipation
  • have not participated in similar research in the past three months

Exclusion Criteria10

  • Personal or family history of colon cancer, celiac disease, and inflammatory bowel disease
  • Irritable bowel syndrome diagnosed during colonoscopy
  • Those who are pregnant recently (including men and women), or are pregnant or breastfeeding women.
  • Taking antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs and other psychotropic drugs.
  • Long-term medication is required to improve constipation
  • Those diagnosed with myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, malignant tumor and/or other serious diseases are not suitable for participating in the study.
  • Allergic symptoms to probiotics or any ingredients
  • Having a history of serious mental illness
  • Drug-related crimes or alcohol problems
  • Have recently traveled to areas where parasitic diseases are prevalent.

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Interventions

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTPlacebo

Take a capsule of placebo within 30 minutes after breakfast, and once a day.

DIETARY_SUPPLEMENTProbiotics (ABKefir)

Take a capsule of ABKefir within 30 minutes after breakfast, and once a day.


Locations(1)

Chung Shan Medical University

Taichung, South, Taiwan

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