Table 1 Exclusions made during randomisation clinics
Exclusion | n = 52 (%) |
|---|---|
Average baseline stools frequency >3 | 14 (27%) |
Does not wish to participate | 13 (25%) |
BMI too high | 9 (17%) |
Pre study diary not fully completed | 3 (6%) |
Clinical signs of alarm | 3 (6%) |
BMI too low | 1 (2%) |
Anti-psychotic medication in last month | 1 (2%) |
Lactose intolerance or immunodeficiency | 1 (2%) |
Organic bowel disease | 1 (2%) |
2 week holiday during next 4 weeks | 1 (2%) |
Change of treatment for IBS in last 4 weeks | 1 (2%) |
History of laxative abuse | 1 (2%) |
Diet change in last 4 weeks | 1 (2%) |
IBS SSS less than 75 | 1 (2%) |
General anaesthesia in last month | 1 (2%) |