New PEG formula for children with functional constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new, better-tasting liquid formula (PEG-based) for children with functional constipation. It aims to see if it works as well as or better than current treatments and if children like the taste more.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- The child must be between 6 months and 18 years old.
- The child must have functional constipation (constipation without a medical cause) diagnosed by the ROME IV criteria.
- The child must not have a known medical cause for constipation (like a birth defect or thyroid problem).
- There must be no suspected blockage in the intestines.
- The child must not be taking medications that affect bowel movements.
- The child must not have an allergy to polyethylene glycol (PEG) or stevia.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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