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Simple enzyme drops could help tiny babies tolerate feeds

NCT ID NCT07088302

Prevention Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether giving lactase enzyme drops with formula milk can prevent feeding intolerance in very premature infants (≤32 weeks). 120 babies will receive either lactase or placebo for 14 days. Researchers will track vomiting, stomach swelling, and leftover milk in the stomach to see if the enzyme helps.

What this could mean

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Active substance
lactase enzyme drops
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple way to prevent feeding problems in premature babies, reducing time in the NICU.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 120 infants. The effect may be small or not work at all, and results may not apply to all preterm babies.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 120 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2025

Expected to finish

Mar 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 days to 1 month

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion criteria will be as follows: * Preterm neonates ≤ 32 weeks gestational age. * Start feeding in the first 72 hours of life. 8. Exclusion criteria Patients with any of the following will be excluded: 1. Parental consent lacking/refusal. 2. Obvious major congenital abnormalities. 3. Infants more than 72 hours of age at the time of randomization. 4. Delayed introduction of feeding (beyond three days of life). 5. Known galactosemia. 6. Severe IUGR. -

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

congenital lactase deficiency eating disorder Feeding and Eating Disorders Premature Birth

As listed by the trial registrant

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Feeding disorders Lactase deficiency, congenital Premature

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Marwa Mohamed Farag

    RECRUITING

    Alexandria, 0325, Egypt

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