Herbal capsules aim to ease Post-Surgery constipation without harsh side effects

NCT ID NCT07648394

First seen Jun 17, 2026 · Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether Shouhui Tongbian Capsules, a traditional Chinese herbal medicine, can relieve constipation after surgery for benign anal or rectal conditions like hemorrhoids. 120 adults will be randomly assigned to take either the herbal capsules or a standard laxative for 8 weeks. Researchers will track symptoms, pain, quality of life, and changes in gut bacteria to understand how the treatment works.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • China-Japan Friendship Hospital

    Beijing, Chaoyang District, 100029, China

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

constipation disorder rectal disorder

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