Gut bacteria may shield against antipsychotic weight gain

NCT ID NCT07606014

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

Summary

This study tests if a daily probiotic powder can prevent or reduce weight gain, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol caused by certain antipsychotic drugs. About 112 adults starting or recently starting olanzapine, quetiapine, risperidone, or clozapine will take either the probiotic or a placebo for 12 weeks. Researchers will track changes in weight, blood sugar, and other metabolic markers to see if the probiotic helps.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

metabolic syndrome X psychotic disorder Psychotic Disorders Schizophrenia Weight Gain

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Antes Parnassia Groep

    RECRUITING

    Rotterdam, South Holland, 3083AK, Netherlands

  • KieN VIP Leeuwarden

    RECRUITING

    Leeuwarden, Provincie Friesland, 8911KJ, Netherlands

  • University Medical Center Groningen

    RECRUITING

    Groningen, Provincie Groningen, 9713GZ, Netherlands

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