Could a bile acid pill in breast milk protect babies from liver problems?
NCT ID NCT07517276
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving a bile acid pill (TUDCA) to breastfeeding mothers with fatty liver disease can make their breast milk healthier for their babies. Eighty mother-infant pairs will be randomly assigned to receive TUDCA or a placebo for a short time after birth. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and improves infant metabolism and development.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a safe way for mothers with MASLD to improve their breast milk composition and support healthier infant development.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early Phase 2 trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply widely. The treatment is for mothers, not directly for infants, and safety or effectiveness may not be confirmed.
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