Probiotic pill may soothe Post-Colonoscopy gut woes
NCT ID NCT07519616
First seen Apr 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study tests whether a dietary supplement containing a specific strain of E. coli (called 5C) can reduce stomach symptoms like bloating and pain after a colonoscopy. About 160 adults will receive either the supplement or a placebo for 14 days after the procedure. Researchers will track symptom changes using a standard questionnaire.
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University of Urbino Carlo Bo, Urbino, Italy
Urbino, Italy
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Escherichia coli 5C (a dietary supplement)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, safe way to reduce bloating, pain, and other stomach discomfort after a colonoscopy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with no phase designation. The supplement may work no better than a placebo, and results may not apply to everyone.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.