摘要:
The present invention relates to a composition or a method for treating or preventing irritable bowel syndrome. The present invention uses Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract, preferably the ethanol water solution extract of Atractylodes japonica rhizome, more preferably the 35-65 v/v % ethanol water solution extract of Atractylodes japonica rhizome for treating or preventing irritable bowel syndrome. Atractylodes japonica rhizome extract shows a surprising effect in suppressing visceral hypersensitivity or improving defecation abnormality caused by stress or bowel irritability.
摘要:
The present invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a prodrug thereof useful for treating or preventing irritable bowel syndrome, and a composition comprising the compound as an active ingredient. Also, the present invention provides a method for treating or preventing irritable bowel syndrome, which comprises administrating a therapeutically or prophylactically effective amount of the compound or the composition to a subject in need of treating or preventing irritable bowel syndrome.