Could a daily capsule soothe your tummy troubles?
NCT ID NCT07420231
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether taking a combination of a prebiotic (berberine) and a postbiotic (inactivated Bifidobacterium longum) for 8 weeks can reduce belly pain and discomfort in adults. 140 people with ongoing gut issues will be randomly assigned to get the combo, one of the ingredients alone, or a placebo. The goal is to see if this synbiotic blend improves symptoms and quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Berberine (prebiotic) and inactivated Bifidobacterium longum (postbiotic) taken as capsules
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, natural way to reduce belly pain and bloating for people with ongoing gut discomfort.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage trial with no phase, so results are uncertain. The effect may be small or no better than placebo, and supplements are not regulated like drugs.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Center of Investigation in Clinical Nutrition (CICN)
RECRUITINGLouvain-la-Neuve, Brabant Wallon, 1348, Belgium
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