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ArticleWorld journal of gastrointestinal pharmacology and therapeutics2024

Effect of KiwiBiotic on functional constipation and related symptoms: A prospective, single-center, randomized, comparative, crossover study.

Ashwin D Porwal, Paresh M Gandhi, Deepak K Kulkarni, Gajanan B Bhagwat, Pravin P Kamble

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Ashwin D PorwalDepartment of Proctology, Healing Hands Clinic, Mahārāshtra, Pune 411001, India. drashwinporwal@healinghandsclinic.co.in.
Paresh M GandhiDepartment of Proctology, Healing Hands Clinic, Mahārāshtra, Pune 411001, India.
Deepak K KulkarniDepartment of Proctology, Healing Hands Clinic, Mahārāshtra, Pune 411001, India.
Gajanan B BhagwatR&D Center, Healing Hands and Herbs Pvt. Ltd., Mahārāshtra, Pune 411002, India.
Pravin P KambleR&D Center, Healing Hands and Herbs Pvt. Ltd., Mahārāshtra, Pune 411002, India.

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Abstract

backgroundFunctional constipation (FC) is a common gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain and bloating, which can greatly affect the quality of life of patients. Conventional treatments often yield suboptimal results, leading to the exploration of alternative therapeutic approaches.

aimTo evaluate the efficacy of KiwiBiotic in the management of FC and related symptoms.

methodsThis prospective, interventional, single-center, crossover study compared the safety and effectiveness of KiwiBiotic

resultsSeventy participants were enrolled, 32 of whom received KiwiBiotic followed by psyllium husk, and 33 received KiwiBiotic. KiwiBiotic showed superiority over psyllium husk in alleviating abdominal pain and bloating, as evidenced by significantly lower mean scores. Furthermore, KiwiBiotic resulted in more than 90.0% of patients experiencing relief from various constipation symptoms, while psyllium husk showed comparatively lower efficacy.

conclusionKiwiBiotic is an effective treatment option for FC, abdominal pain, and bloating, highlighting its potential as a promising alternative therapy for patients with FC and its associated symptoms.

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Abdominal painBloatingConstipationKiwiBioticPsyllium husk

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PMCPMC11401019

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