The probiotic Alkalihalobacillus clausii 088AE may reduce allergy symptoms in adults with allergic rhinitis Original paper
In this 4-week randomized controlled trial in 39 men and women with acute allergic rhinitis, taking the probiotic Alkalihalobacillus clausii (A. clausii) 088AE reduced allergy symptoms.
This Study Summary was published on June 13, 2025.
The study
The participants took either 4 billion colony-forming units of A. clausii 088AE or a placebo daily.
A. clausii 088AE (vs. the placebo) reduced the following:
- Nasal symptoms (nasal congestion, nasal itching, runny nose, and sneezing)
- Eye symptoms (itchy, watery eyes)
- Cough
There were no differences between the groups in immunological biomarkers or adverse-effects|adverse events.
The researchers did not adjust for multiple comparisons, despite including a number of primary outcomes. Also, several of the researchers were employed by the probiotic’s manufacturer when they conducted the trial.
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The results
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This Study Summary was published on June 13, 2025.