The role of Weizmannia (Bacillus) coagulans LMG S-31876 in treating IBS-diarrhea.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common gastrointestinal condition. Some studies have shown the efficacy of probiotics in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Weizmannia (Bacillus) coagulans LMG S-31876 has been marketed as a dietary ingredient, but to date, its efficacy in diarrhea-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) condition has not been clinically elucidated. Thus, a double-blind placebo-controlled multi-centered trial was planned to evaluate the safety and efficacy of Weizmannia (Bacillus) coagulans LMG S-31876 in diarrhea-predominant IBS patients.

Experimental design

Study participants (n = 50) diagnosed with IBS prominent symptoms that include abdominal pain and other GI-related symptoms were treated with ProBC P

SUBMITTER: Kallur RK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10875997 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature