Safety and Efficacy Study in the Treatment of Intestinal Problems Associated With Autism

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine if human immunoglobulin given by mouth twice a day is effective in treating the persistent gastrointestinal (GI) problems such as diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, and bloating, in children with autism.

Timeline

Start

2005-04

Primary completion

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Completion

2006-06

Publications

• Handen BL, Melmed RD, Hansen RL, Aman MG, Burnham DL, Bruss JB, McDougle CJ. A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial of oral human immunoglobulin for gastrointestinal dysfunction in children with autistic disorder. J Autism Dev Disord. 2009 May;39(5):796-805. doi: 10.1007/s10803-008-0687-y. Epub 2009 Jan 16.

Drugs

Indications