Probiotics may shorten Kids' colds, new study tests

NCT ID NCT07498127

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

Summary

This study tests whether a mix of two probiotics (Lactobacillus rhamnosus and Bifidobacterium breve) can reduce the severity and duration of cold symptoms in children aged 3 months to 6 years. 120 children with mild to moderate upper respiratory infections will receive either the probiotics or a placebo for 14 days. Researchers will track symptoms, quality of life, and gut health to see if the probiotics help.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

respiratory tract infectious disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital

    Xuhui, Shanghai Municipality, 201306, China

  • Universiti Sains Malaysia

    Pulau Pinang, Pulau Pinang, 11800, Malaysia