Kiwifruit extract vs. standard laxative for maintenance treatment of constipation in children
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study compares a natural kiwifruit extract (Actazin) to a standard laxative (PEG 3350) for long-term treatment of constipation in children. It aims to find a safe, effective option to keep bowels regular.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 4 and 17 years old.
- Your child must have at least two signs of constipation for at least one month, such as fewer than two bowel movements a week, stool leaking, holding in stool, painful or hard stools, or very large stools.
- Your child must be toilet trained and able to swallow tablets.
- Your child must agree to use only the study laxatives for 4 weeks and not take extra laxatives or kiwifruit products.
- Your child cannot have other serious health conditions, prior abdominal surgery (except hernia repair), or a history of not responding to regular laxative treatment.
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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