Could a Quit-Smoking pill soothe IBS pain?
NCT ID NCT06854406
First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This small pilot study looked at whether varenicline, a drug used to help people stop smoking, can change how the rectum senses pressure in people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) who have chronic belly pain but not constipation. Eight adults took the drug and had balloon tests to measure rectal sensation and comfort. The goal was to see if the drug might ease pain by altering gut sensation, with safety also tracked.
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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