Could a daily supplement ease ADHD in children? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT07665658

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Khyber Medical University Peshawar Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether certain supplements—prebiotics, probiotics, omega-3s, and vitamin B1—can reduce ADHD symptoms in children aged 6 to 12. Over 12 weeks, 68 kids will receive either a gut-focused supplement, a brain-focused supplement, a combination, or a placebo. Researchers will measure changes in symptom severity and markers of inflammation and brain health.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Dietary supplements (prebiotic inulin, probiotic Acidophilus Bifidus, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B1)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a safe, natural way to reduce ADHD symptoms in children without strong side effects.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 68 children. Supplements may not outperform placebo, and results may not apply to all kids with ADHD.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, inattentive type attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Neuroinflammatory Diseases

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

Khyber Teaching Hospital
RECRUITING

Peshawar, KPK, 25000, Pakistan

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