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Auto-brewery syndrome

MONDO:0971031

An acquired metabolic disease that is characterized by the endogenous production of ethanol produced through endogenous fermentation by fungi or bacteria in the gastrointestinal system, oral cavity, or urinary system and typically presents with the signs of alcohol intoxication.

11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.

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Poop pills aim to stop gut from brewing alcohol

Disease control Ongoing

This study tests whether fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) capsules are safe and doable for people with auto-brewery syndrome, a rare condition where gut microbes turn carbs into alcohol. Eight adults will take antibiotics and a colon cleanse, then receive five FMT capsules over …

Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control

Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:09 UTC

Auto-brewery syndrome

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Poop pills aim to stop gut from brewing alcohol