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Effectiveness of Neuroplasticity-Targeted Supplements on Neuroinflammatory Markers, ADHD Symptom Severity, and Clinical Scores in Children

22. juni 2026 opdateret af: Khyber Medical University Peshawar

Effectiveness of Neuroplasticity-Targeted Supplements on Neuroinflammatory Markers, ADHD Symptom Severity, and Clinical Scores in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effectiveness of neuroplasticity-targeted supplements on neuroinflammatory markers and ADHD symptoms in children aged 6 to 12 years diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Participants will be randomly assigned to one of four groups: gut-targeted supplements (prebiotics and probiotics), brain-targeted supplements (omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin B1), combined supplementation, or placebo. The intervention period will last 12 weeks. Primary outcomes include changes in ADHD symptom severity and clinical scores using validated rating scales. Secondary outcomes include changes in biomarkers of neuroinflammation and neuroplasticity, including IL-6, TNF-alpha, BDNF, short-chain fatty acids, and Claudin-5.

Studieoversigt

Status

Rekruttering

Betingelser

Intervention / Behandling

Detaljeret beskrivelse

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Emerging evidence suggests that neuroinflammation, altered gut microbiota, and impaired neuroplasticity may contribute to ADHD pathophysiology. Nutritional interventions that target these mechanisms may provide additional therapeutic benefit.

This study is a randomized, placebo-controlled, parallel-group clinical trial designed to investigate whether supplementation with prebiotics, probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin B1 can improve ADHD symptoms and related biological markers in children. Sixty-eight participants aged 6 to 12 years with DSM-5 confirmed ADHD will be enrolled and randomly assigned in equal numbers to one of four intervention groups: (1) prebiotics plus probiotics, (2) omega-3 fatty acids plus vitamin B1, (3) combined supplementation, or (4) placebo.

The intervention duration will be 12 weeks. ADHD symptoms and behavioral scores will be assessed at baseline and after treatment using validated rating scales, including Conners 3 and Vanderbilt ADHD forms. Blood samples will be collected at baseline and week 12 for measurement of inflammatory and neuroplasticity biomarkers, including interleukin-6 (IL-6), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), short-chain fatty acids (SCFA), Claudin-5, and complete blood count parameters.

The primary objective is to determine the effect of supplementation on ADHD symptom scores. Secondary objectives include comparison of treatment groups for biomarker changes and evaluation of associations between biological markers and clinical outcomes. Results may help identify safe adjunctive nutritional strategies for children with ADHD.

Undersøgelsestype

Interventionel

Tilmelding (Anslået)

68

Fase

  • Ikke anvendelig

Kontakter og lokationer

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Studiekontakt

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Studiesteder

    • KPK
      • Peshawar, KPK, Pakistan, 25000
        • Rekruttering
        • Khyber Teaching Hospital
        • Kontakt:
          • Dr Dur e
        • Kontakt:
          • Dr Inayat Khan

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Beskrivelse

Inclusion Criteria:

  • DSM-5 confirmed ADHD diagnosis
  • Age 6-12 years
  • Medication-free or on stable stimulant medication (≥1 month)

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Antibiotic use in last 4 weeks
  • Gastrointestinal disorders
  • Neurological comorbidities (e.g., epilepsy)
  • Severe food allergies

Studieplan

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Hvordan er undersøgelsen tilrettelagt?

Design detaljer

  • Primært formål: Behandling
  • Tildeling: Randomiseret
  • Interventionel model: Parallel tildeling
  • Maskning: Dobbelt

Våben og indgreb

Deltagergruppe / Arm
Intervention / Behandling
Eksperimentel: Gut-Targeted Supplements Group
Participants will receive prebiotics (inulin 6 g/day) and probiotics (Acidophilus Bifidus 2 × 10^11 CFU/day orally) for 12 weeks.
Participants will receive inulin powder 6 grams orally once daily for 12 weeks as a prebiotic supplement intended to support beneficial gut microbiota.
Andre navne:
  • Fructan prebiotic
Participants will receive a probiotic supplement containing Acidophilus Bifidus 2 × 10^11 CFU orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Acidophilus Bifidus
Eksperimentel: Neuroplasticity-Targeted Supplements Group
Participants will receive omega-3 fatty acids containing EPA 650 mg and DHA 540 mg daily, plus vitamin B1 (thiamine 10 mg/day orally) for 12 weeks.
Participants will receive omega-3 fatty acid supplementation containing EPA 650 mg and DHA 540 mg orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Fish Oil, EPA, DHA
Participants will receive thiamine (vitamin B1) 10 mg orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Vitamin B1
Eksperimentel: Combined Supplements Group
Participants will receive prebiotics (inulin 6 g/day), probiotics (Acidophilus Bifidus 2 × 10^11 CFU/day), omega-3 fatty acids containing EPA 650 mg and DHA 540 mg daily, and vitamin B1 (thiamine 10 mg/day orally) for 12 weeks.
Participants will receive inulin powder 6 grams orally once daily for 12 weeks as a prebiotic supplement intended to support beneficial gut microbiota.
Andre navne:
  • Fructan prebiotic
Participants will receive a probiotic supplement containing Acidophilus Bifidus 2 × 10^11 CFU orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Acidophilus Bifidus
Participants will receive omega-3 fatty acid supplementation containing EPA 650 mg and DHA 540 mg orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Fish Oil, EPA, DHA
Participants will receive thiamine (vitamin B1) 10 mg orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Vitamin B1
Placebo komparator: Placebo Group
Participants will receive matching placebo supplements orally for 12 weeks.
Participants will receive matching placebo supplementation orally once daily for 12 weeks.
Andre navne:
  • Matchende placebo

Hvad måler undersøgelsen?

Primære resultatmål

Resultatmål
Foranstaltningsbeskrivelse
Tidsramme
Parent and Teacher ADHD Rating
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12

Change in Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) symptom severity measured using the Conners 3 Parent and Teacher ADHD Rating Scales. The Conners 3 assesses inattention, hyperactivity/impulsivity, executive functioning, learning problems, aggression, and peer relations. Raw scores are converted to T-scores, with higher scores indicating greater symptom severity and functional impairment.

Scale Information:

T-score range: approximately 40-90 Higher scores indicate worse ADHD symptoms.

Baseline and Week 12
Neuroinflammation Markers (IL-6, TNF-α)
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12
Change in serum levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines interleukin-6 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha measured by ELISA
Baseline and Week 12
Neuroplasticity Markers (BDNF, Claudin-5)
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12
Change in brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and blood-brain barrier tight junction protein claudin-5 measured by ELISA
Baseline and Week 12
Short-Chain Fatty Acids (SCFA)
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12
Change in gut microbiota-derived metabolites (e.g., butyrate) measured by ELISA
Baseline and Week 12
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12
Change in blood cell counts (e.g., white blood cells, red blood cells, platelets)
Baseline and Week 12
ADHD Diagnostic Parent and Teacher Rating
Tidsramme: Baseline and Week 12

Change in ADHD symptom severity measured using the Vanderbilt ADHD Diagnostic Parent and Teacher Rating Scales. The symptom assessment includes 18 ADHD items corresponding to DSM criteria for inattentive and hyperactive-impulsive symptoms. Total symptom scores range from 0 to 54, with higher scores indicating greater ADHD symptom severity.

Scale Information:

Minimum score: 0 Maximum score: 54 Higher scores indicate worse ADHD symptoms.

Baseline and Week 12

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Efterforskere

  • Ledende efterforsker: Dr Dur E Shawar, PhD*, Khyber Medical University Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Ledende efterforsker: Prof Dr Inayat Shah, PhD, Khyber Medical University Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Ledende efterforsker: Prof Dr Omer Malik, PhD, Khyber Medical University Peshawar, Pakistan
  • Ledende efterforsker: Dr Madiha Khattak, PhD, Khyber Medical College

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Studer store datoer

Studiestart (Faktiske)

1. marts 2026

Primær færdiggørelse (Anslået)

30. november 2026

Studieafslutning (Anslået)

25. december 2026

Datoer for studieregistrering

Først indsendt

16. juni 2026

Først indsendt, der opfyldte QC-kriterier

22. juni 2026

Først opslået (Faktiske)

24. juni 2026

Opdateringer af undersøgelsesjournaler

Sidste opdatering sendt (Faktiske)

24. juni 2026

Sidste opdatering indsendt, der opfyldte kvalitetskontrolkriterier

22. juni 2026

Sidst verificeret

1. juni 2026

Mere information

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Plan for individuelle deltagerdata (IPD)

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IPD-planbeskrivelse

IPD that underlie the results reported in publications, including demographic data, baseline characteristics, ADHD symptom scores, laboratory measurements, and intervention allocation data, will be shared after de-identification. Data will be provided in a manner that protects participant confidentiality and privacy. Supporting study documents including the study protocol, statistical analysis plan, informed consent form, clinical study report, and analytic code will also be made available. IPD that underlie the results reported in publications, including demographic data, baseline characteristics, ADHD symptom scores, laboratory measures, and intervention allocation data, will be shared after de-identification. Data will be provided in a manner that protects participant confidentiality and privacy. Supporting study documents including the study protocol, statistical analysis plan, informed consent form, clinical study report, and analytic code will also be made available.

IPD-delingstidsramme

Data will become available beginning 6 months after publication of the primary study results and will remain available for 5 years thereafter.

IPD-delingsadgangskriterier

De-identified participant data and supporting documents will be made available to qualified researchers who provide a methodologically sound research proposal. Requests should be directed to the Principal Investigator. Access will be granted following review and approval of the proposal and execution of a data-sharing agreement that ensures participant confidentiality and compliance with applicable ethical and regulatory requirements.

IPD-deling Understøttende informationstype

  • STUDY_PROTOCOL
  • SAP
  • ICF
  • ANALYTIC_CODE
  • CSR

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