New diarrhea drug cuts hospital stays for kids?
NCT ID NCT07392931
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether adding racecadotril to standard rehydration therapy helps children aged 3 months to 5 years with acute watery diarrhea. 200 hospitalized children received either racecadotril or a placebo alongside standard care. The goal was to see if the drug reduces stool frequency, improves stool consistency, and shortens hospital stays.
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Punjab Rangers Teaching Hospital Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, 53720, Pakistan
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