Could a daily supplement ease Kids' constipation?

NCT ID NCT07580729

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Eskisehir Osmangazi University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a daily mix of a special fiber (guar gum) and a probiotic (Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG) could help children with long-term constipation. Fifty-two children aged 4 to 16 took either the supplement plus diet advice or just diet advice for 12 weeks. Researchers checked if bowel movements improved and if gut bacteria changed.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: partially hydrolyzed guar gum and Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus GG (a dietary supplement combining a fiber and a probiotic)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, natural option to help children with constipation have more regular and comfortable bowel movements.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with only 52 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The supplement might not work better than standard dietary advice alone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

constipation disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CONSTIPATION - FUNCTIONAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Health Sciences, Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital

Istanbul, 34000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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