Herbal capsules take on gut bacteria: a new hope for IBS?
NCT ID NCT07768267
First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 17, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests whether an herbal supplement called Biocidin REMOVE can clear small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) in adults with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). SIBO involves an overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine, which can worsen IBS symptoms. About 40 adults will take the supplement or a placebo for about 5 weeks, with breath tests and stool samples to check for SIBO and gut bacteria changes. The study aims to see if the supplement can reduce symptoms and improve quality of life, helping to plan larger trials.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- an herbal supplement called Biocidin REMOVE, taken as capsules by mouth
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a natural, non-antibiotic option for clearing SIBO and easing IBS symptoms, potentially improving quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small early pilot study, so results may not hold up in larger trials. The supplement may not clear SIBO or may cause side effects, and its effectiveness compared to standard treatments is unknown.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Johns Hopkins Hospital
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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