Meta-analysis of Tongxieyao-fang Herbal Formula for Diarrhea-Predominant IBS (IBS-D)
Journal · World Journal of Gastroenterology (2024)
Original authors · Oh SE, Moon KW, Han CH, et al.
DOI · 10.3748/wjg.v30.i036
Summary
Sixteen RCTs evaluating the effect of Tongxieyao-fang for diarrhea-predominant IBS were meta-analyzed. The herbal group showed significant improvement in IBS-SSS (-45%) and stool form (Bristol Scale).
Key figures
Analyzed RCTs
16 RCTs
IBS-SSS↓
45%
Bristol Improvement
Stool normalization
Conclusion
Tongxieyao-fang is effective in normalizing symptoms and stool form in diarrhea-predominant IBS.
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