Update 11.11.2020: Recruitment for this trial is now closed
NIIM is undertaking a clinical research trial investigating the effect of probiotic supplements on hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis).
Participants must be:
- aged 18-65 years old;
- have a history of hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis during the spring/summer peak season in Australia (Nov/ Dec);
- are able to visit the NIIM clinic in Melbourne, VIC.
A randomised double-blind placebo-controlled parallel trial of 12 weeks duration investigating the efficacy of a probiotic formulation on reducing symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis.
Participation will involve:
- Taking a probiotic supplement for 12 weeks starting in the month prior to peak season (Oct) and during peak season (Nov/ Dec);
- daily recording of symptoms and medication use in a supplied questionnaire diary;
- blood and stool tests at the start and end of the trial.
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