1Senior Assistant Professor, Department of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Email: preeti.620@gmail.com. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5784-5341
2Assistant Professor, SBSJSAMC & Hospital, Bewar Road, Farrukhabad (U.P). Email: rohinichoudhary1996@gmail.com. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3206-3247
3Associate Professor, Department of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Email: drreetusharma@gmail.com. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9090-4887
4PG Scholar, Department of Roga Nidana Evam Vikriti Vigyana, National Institute of Ayurveda, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. Email: akashsantoki17101997@gmail.com. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0000-3698-3908
5Head of Research and Development, Bombay Hemp Company, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Email: neeraj.p@boheco.com
6Chief Strategy Officer, Bombay Hemp Company, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Email: jahan.p@boheco.com
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits. Current treatments often provide limited relief and may have side effects. This study evaluates the efficacy and safety of Digestive Health Capsules, an Ayurvedic herbal formulation, in managing IBS symptoms and improving quality of life. Methods- A randomized, open-label, clinical trial was conducted on patients diagnosed with IBS. Participants received Digestive Health Capsules twice daily for eight weeks. The primary outcome measures included changes in IBS Symptom Severity Scale (IBS-SSS) scores and IBS-Quality of Life (IBS-QOL-36) scores. Statistical analysis was performed using paired t-tests to assess the significance of symptom improvement. Results- A total of 40 patients completed the study. There was a statistically significant reduction in IBS-SSS scores (P<0.0001), indicating improved symptom severity. Additionally, IBS-QOL-36 scores showed a significant enhancement in patients' quality of life (P<0.0001). No serious adverse events were reported, and the formulation was well-tolerated. Discussion- The herbal ingredients in Digestive Health Capsules, including Kuṭaja, Bilva, Śuṇṭhī, and Vijayā, contributed to symptom relief through their gut-regulating, anti-inflammatory, and adaptogenic properties. The results suggest that this formulation effectively manages both gastrointestinal and psychosomatic symptoms of IBS. Conclusion- Digestive Health Capsules demonstrated high efficacy and good safety in IBS management, offering a promising natural alternative to conventional therapies. Further large-scale, controlled trials are recommended to confirm these findings and establish long-term benefits.
Keywords: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Ayurveda, Digestive Health, IBS-QOL-36, Gut Health
How to cite this article: Gavali P, Jat R, Sharma R, Mansukhbhai SA, Patel N, Jamas JP. Gut Harmony: Assessing An Ayurvedic Herbal Formula For IBS Management. Int J Drug Deliv Technol. 2026;16(16s): 186-190. DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.16.16s.19
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