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Gut bacteria may soothe autism symptoms in adults, small trial hints

NCT ID NCT07118267

Ongoing Disease control Sponsor: Mackay Memorial Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus plantarum can improve social interactions, reduce inflammation, and enhance quality of life in adults with autism spectrum disorder. Twelve participants take the probiotic for 8 weeks, with assessments including blood tests, gait analysis, and caregiver questionnaires. The goal is to explore links between gut health, immune function, and autism symptoms.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
a probiotic supplement called Lactobacillus plantarum, containing 60 billion CFU per day
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a gut-based approach to easing some autism-related symptoms in adults.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early-stage trial with only 12 participants, so results may not apply widely. Probiotics can sometimes cause digestive discomfort.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

autism autism spectrum disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

AUTISM DISORDER

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • MacKay Memorial Hospital

    Taipei, 10449, Taiwan

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