Which laxative works best for Kids' embarrassing bowel accidents? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07604025

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two laxatives, Senna and polyethylene glycol (PEG), to see which better reduces accidental bowel leakage in children with long-term constipation. About 80 children aged 4 to 18 will take one of the two medicines daily for 3 months, and neither the families nor doctors will know which one is given. The goal is to find a more effective treatment for this common and distressing condition.

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  • Shaare Zedek Medical Center

    Jerusalem, 91031, Israel

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  • Shamir Medical Center

    Be’er Ya‘aqov, Israel

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