
Is domperidone good for constipation?
Nov 3, 2023
Is domperidone good for constipation?
A randomized clinical trial conducted on children suffering from chronic functional constipation has concluded that oral domperidone does not provide any additional benefits in relieving the condition The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of domperidone a medication commonly used to treat gastrointestinal issues in the management of chronic functional constipation in children During the trial a group of children with chronic functional constipation were randomly divided into two groups One group received oral domperidone in addition to the standard treatment for constipation while the other group received a placebo along with the standard treatment The participants were closely monitored over a specified period and the results were analyzed Surprisingly the study found that there was no significant difference in the improvement of constipation symptoms between the group receiving domperidone and the placebo group Both groups showed similar levels of improvement in bowel movements stool consistency and overall relief from constipation These findings suggest that oral domperidone does not offer any additional benefits in the treatment of chronic functional constipation in children It is worth noting that further research may be required to confirm these results and explore other potential treatment options for this condition
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