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Glutamine supplement may speed digestion in preemies

NCT ID NCT00213668

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Rouen Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether giving glutamine (a dietary supplement) to premature babies helps them digest food faster and reduces the time they need IV nutrition. Forty babies born at 30-33 weeks and free of acute illness were randomly assigned to receive either glutamine or a control supplement. Researchers measured how quickly food left the stomach and how long it took to reach full feeding by mouth.

What this could mean

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Active substance
glutamine (a dietary supplement)
What this could lead to
If glutamine speeds up digestion, it could help premature babies get off IV nutrition sooner and go home earlier.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (40 babies) looking at digestion markers, not long-term health. Results may not change standard care.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Started

Apr 2002

Finished

Dec 2005

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

2 to 10 days

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Premature neonates aged 30-33 weeks of gestational age * Aged at least 2 days and no more than 10 days * Free of acute illness * Written informed consent is obtained from the parent prior to enrolment. Exclusion Criteria: * Premature infants with respiratory (fraction of inspired oxygen \[FiO2\] \> 30%), or cardiovascular, liver, intestinal or acute diseases * Premature infants with congenital syndrome

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Conditions

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Premature Birth

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Enteral feeding

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU-Rouen

    Rouen, 76031, France

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