Could probiotics soothe reflux? new study begins
NCT ID NCT07600008
First seen May 22, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This early-stage trial is testing whether a probiotic supplement can improve gut health and reduce symptoms in people with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) who are already taking standard acid-reducing medication. Fifty participants will receive either the probiotic or a placebo for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in gut and mouth bacteria, symptom scores, and quality of life.
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University Hospital Olomouc
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What this could mean
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Active substance
probiotic dietary supplement (Lactobacillaceae, Streptococcus, Bifidobacterium)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple probiotic supplement to help manage GERD symptoms alongside standard medication.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small trial (50 people) testing a dietary supplement, not a drug. It may show no benefit over placebo, and results may not apply to all GERD patients.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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