Table 2.
Results of different probiotics in clinical trial for CD.
| Probiotics | Placebo or other drugs | Number of people | Results | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Symprove (L. rhamnosus NCIMB 30173, 30174, 30,175 and 30176) | Placebo | 61 patients | The same analysis in the CD group showed no statistically significant changes. | (142) |
| Bifidobacteria, Lactobacillus and Enterococcus | Mesalazine | 96 patients | Mesalazine combined with bifidobacteria, lactobacilli, and enterococci capsules is more effective for the treatment of mild active CD. | (140) |
| S. boulardii | / | Analysis of 92 patients among 154 cases. | S. boulardii can improve CDAI, BMI, serum Hb, and total cholesterol levels, safely and effectively. | (143) |
| Kefir (Lactobacillus and L. kefiri) | / | 45 patients included with 3 voluntarily withdrew. | The experimental group showed a significant decrease in ESR and CRP. The bloating severity significantly decreased, and the wellbeing index increased. | (145) |
| L. johnsonii LA1 | Placebo | 98 patients | L. johnsonii LA1 has a poor effect on preventing the recurrence of CD. | (146) |
| S. boulardii | Placebo | 165 patients | Probiotics as an adjunct treatment after standard therapy are not beneficial for maintaining remission. | (144) |
| LGG | Placebo | 75 patients | Probiotics, as an adjunct therapy in routine treatment, are not beneficial for prolonging the time to recurrence. | (147) |