Butyrate supplement for children with autism and stomach issues
Part of Digestive system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests if a supplement called butyrate can help improve gut health in children aged 3-6 who have autism and ongoing stomach problems like constipation or bloating. It aims to see if this treatment eases their digestive symptoms.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 6 years old.
- Your child has a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.
- Your child has had stomach or gut problems like constipation, bloating, or pain for more than 3 months.
- Your child has not taken antibiotics, probiotics, prebiotics, or synbiotics in the last 6 months.
- Your child does not have other major health conditions like diabetes, immune disorders, or heart disease.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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