Could a personalized probiotic ease autism symptoms?

NCT ID NCT04655326

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

Summary

This study tested a custom probiotic blend in 296 children and adults with autism spectrum disorder. The goal was to see if the supplement could improve autism symptoms and gastrointestinal issues. Participants took a personalized mix of probiotics, prebiotics, and botanicals, and parents reported changes in behavior and gut health.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

personalized blend of probiotic strains, prebiotics, and botanicals

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a way to ease autism-related behaviors and stomach issues using a tailored probiotic.

What could go wrong

This is a completed study without a control group, so results may be due to chance or the placebo effect. The intervention is a dietary supplement, not a drug, so any benefits are likely modest.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Arizona State University

    Tempe, Arizona, 85287, United States