Which probiotic stops Kids' diarrhea faster? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07660367

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

Summary

This study will compare two probiotic drinks—Bacillus clausii and a mix of four bacterial strains—in 138 children aged 1 to 5 with acute watery diarrhea. All children will also receive standard care like rehydration and zinc. The goal is to see which probiotic reduces diarrhea duration and stool frequency more effectively.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
probiotics (Bacillus clausii or multistrain Lactobacillus/Bifidobacterium/Streptococcus)
What this could lead to
If one probiotic works better, it could offer a simple, safe way to help kids recover faster from diarrhea.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 138 children, so results may not apply broadly. Probiotics are generally safe but may not always shorten diarrhea.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Children Hospital and Institute of Child Health, Lahore

    Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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