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Effect of Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum DAD-13 on Inflammatory Markers in ICU Sepsis Patients
Sponsor: PT Royal Medikalink Pharmalab
Summary
This study investigated whether giving the probiotic Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DAD-13 to sepsis patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) could help reduce inflammation and improve bowel function. A total of 30 adult ICU patients with sepsis were randomly assigned to receive either the probiotic or a placebo for four days, along with standard treatment. Blood tests were performed to measure inflammatory markers, including procalcitonin (PCT), C-reactive protein (CRP), and interleukin-6 (IL-6), before and after the treatment. The study also observed defecation frequency and stool consistency. Results showed a clinical trend toward lower inflammation levels in the probiotic group and significantly better bowel function. The findings suggest that this probiotic may support immune response and gut health in sepsis patients, although more research is needed to confirm these results.
Official title: The Effect of Administering the Probiotic Lactiplantibacillus Plantarum DAD-13 on Procalcitonin Levels, C-Reactive Protein, and Interleukin-6 in Sepsis Patients in the Intensive Care Unit of H. Adam Malik Hospital, Medan
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 65 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
32
Start Date
2025-02-19
Completion Date
2025-03-10
Last Updated
2026-10-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Interventions
Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DAD-13
A probiotic supplement (Vipilac®) containing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum DAD-13 administered orally via nasogastric tube, 2 capsules daily for 4 days, intended to modulate immune response and support gut microbiota in ICU sepsis patients.
Placebo
Placebo capsules containing maltodextrin administered via nasogastric tube (NGT), identical in appearance and schedule to the probiotic group (2 capsules/day for 4 days), alongside standard sepsis care.
Locations (1)
H. Adam Malik General Hospital
Medan, Sumatera, Indonesia