Effect of a Follow on Formula With Lactobacillus Fermentum on the Incidence of Infections
Sponsored by Puleva Biotech
About this trial
Last updated 16 years ago
Study ID
L. fermentum infections
Status
Completed
Type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 2
Placebo
No
Accepting
6 to 7 Years
All Sexes
Trial Timing
Started 18 years ago
What is this trial about?
The objective of the study is to evaluate the effects of a follow on formula containing the human milk probiotic Lactobacillus fermentum on the incidence of infection in 6 months old infants.
What are the participation requirements?
Inclusion Criteria
* 6 months old children born at term
* written consent from parents
Exclusion Criteria
* frequent gastrointestinal disorders (frequent diarrhoeas, constipation episodes, gastroesophageal reflux)
* gastrointestinal surgery
* cow's milk protein allergy
* metabolic diseases (diabetes or lactose intolerance)
* immune deficiency
* antibiotic treatment during the trial and/or recent (within the preceding 3 weeks)