Could a daily fiber supplement soothe chronic diarrhoea?

NCT ID NCT06839586

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a daily supplement called CMTS4520, which combines dietary fiber and probiotics, can help adults with chronic diarrhoea. One hundred participants will receive either the supplement or a placebo for four weeks. Researchers will track changes in stool frequency and consistency to see if the treatment works and is safe.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

CMTS4520 (a mix of dietary fiber and probiotics)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug option to manage chronic diarrhoea and improve daily comfort.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or no better than placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic diarrheal disease diarrheal disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Microbiota Medicine & Medical Centre for Digestive Diseases, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing Medical University

    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China