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

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Contacts and locations

Locations

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

    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China

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