Gut bacteria may tame 'Silent' uric acid threat
NCT ID NCT07650214
First seen Jun 18, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether taking a daily probiotic supplement can lower blood uric acid in people who have high levels but no gout symptoms. Researchers will give 68 adults either the probiotic or a placebo for several weeks, measuring changes in uric acid, kidney function, and gut health. The goal is to see if friendly bacteria can help the body process and remove uric acid more effectively.
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Sun Yat-sen University
Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518107, China
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Probiotic (Lactobacillus acidophilus and three other strains)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, daily supplement to help manage uric acid levels and reduce the risk of gout or kidney problems.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 68 people. The effect may be modest or not work at all, and results may not apply to everyone with high uric acid.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.