Could a probiotic ease autism symptoms? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT03514784

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

Summary

This study tested a probiotic (BB-12 with LGG) in 123 children with autism and stomach problems. The goal was to see if different doses are safe and can improve behavior and gut health. Researchers tracked side effects, behavior changes, and gut bacteria over 56 days of treatment plus 28 days of follow-up.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism spectrum disorder constipation disorder diarrheal disease

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UTHealth

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States