Dr. Ashwin Porwal

MS (Gen. Surgery) • Founder & Chief Surgeon, Healing Hands Clinic • India’s leading proctologist with 25+ years of clinical experience, 6 patents, and 60+ peer-reviewed publications. Pioneer of minimally invasive colorectal surgery in India.

About This Publication

This open-label, prospective clinical study was one of the first controlled evaluations of Constac — a novel Ayurvedic herbal laxative granule formulation developed at Healing Hands Clinic — in patients diagnosed with chronic functional constipation.

Patients were enrolled based on Rome III criteria for chronic constipation and evaluated for baseline bowel habit parameters including stool frequency per week, Bristol Stool Scale score, degree of straining, sense of incomplete evacuation, and overall bowel satisfaction score.

After a defined treatment course with Constac granules, the study documented statistically significant improvements across all measured parameters. Stool frequency increased meaningfully, stool consistency normalised towards softer and more formed stools, straining episodes reduced, and overall patient satisfaction with bowel function improved substantially.

No significant adverse drug reactions were reported, and all safety parameters remained within normal ranges — establishing Constac as an efficacious and safe first-line Ayurvedic option for chronic constipation management.

Key Findings & Clinical Significance

Publication Details

Clinical Study

2015

International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy

Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm. 2015;6(6):1-4

How to Cite This Publication

Int. J. Res. Ayurveda Pharm. 2015;6(6):1-4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What was measured in the Constac clinical study?

The study measured stool frequency per week, Bristol Stool Scale score, degree of straining, sensation of incomplete evacuation, and overall patient satisfaction with bowel function.

Q: How long was the treatment duration in this study?

Patients received a defined course of Constac granules with assessments at baseline, mid-treatment, and end of treatment — full details in the published article.

Q: Can Constac be used for long-term constipation management?

Yes. Subsequent studies (2018) evaluated long-term use of Constac churna specifically and confirmed its safety and efficacy for extended administration.

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About Healing Hands Clinic

Healing Hands Clinic is India’s largest network of dedicated proctology and colorectal surgery centers, with 50+ locations across India and Dubai. Founded by Dr. Ashwin Porwal, the clinic specialises in minimally invasive treatments for piles, fissures, fistulas, rectal prolapse, constipation, and related colorectal conditions. NABH accredited, serving over 1 lakh patients annually since 2004.