Could a daily capsule soothe your tummy troubles?

NCT ID NCT07420231

First seen Feb 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 19 times

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.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Center of Investigation in Clinical Nutrition (CICN)

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    Louvain-la-Neuve, Brabant Wallon, 1348, Belgium

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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.

As listed by the trial registrant

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