Probiotic and fiber supplement for children with constipation
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether adding a probiotic (healthy bacteria) and a fiber supplement to usual care can help children with constipation stop taking their current medication safely.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 2 and 6 years old
- Your child has been diagnosed with functional constipation (constipation without a physical cause)
- Your child has been taking macrogol (a laxative) for at least 3 months
- Your child's doctor is planning to stop or reduce the laxative
- Your child does not have serious bloating or gas, has not had abdominal surgery, and is otherwise healthy
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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