Herbal Formula Ma-Zi-Ren-Wan (MZRW) on Bowel Movement Function and Gut Microbiome Among Cancer Survivors With Constipation: A Double-blinded Randomized Controlled Trial (RELIEVE)

Summary

The purpose of this study is to find out whether MZRW is an effective treatment for constipation in cancer survivors. The researchers will compare MZRW with placebo, a pill that looks like MZRW and is given in the same way, but contains no medication. The researchers will also study the effect MZRW has on the gut microbiome. The gut microbiome is a diverse community of microorganisms living in the digestive system, essential for digestion and immune function.

Eligibility

Age range

18+ years

Sex

All

Healthy volunteers

No

Interventions

• Dietary Supplement
  MZRW

  MZRW herbal formula consists of a 7:1 extract of Huo Ma Ren \[Hemp Seed 33.4%\]; Da Huang (Sheng) \[Rhubarb (Fresh) 22.2%\]; Bai Shao \[Peony (White) 11.1%\]; Zhi Shi \[Aurantium Immaturus 11.1%\]; Hou Po \[Magnolia Bark 11.1%\]; and Xing Ren \[Apricot Kernel 11.1%\] - Taken for 2 weeks intervention and 2 weeks follow-up

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