These include: Psyllium Calcium polycarbophil Methylcellulose Osmotic laxatives Stimulant laxatives and stool softeners aren't recommended for long-term use. Children sometimes hold in bowel movements ...
Herbs used in traditional Chinese medicine also may help to restore balance in gut bacteria. Some herbal teas are specially made for constipation relief. Constipation in children is common—about one ...
A pediatric study has reported an improvement in clinical symptoms of constipation following erythromycin administration, but the effect on colon motility in children has not been formally evaluated.
Correspondence to Dr Shaman Rajindrajith, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Kelaniya, Thalagolla Road, Ragama 11010, Sri Lanka; shamanr0{at}lycos.com Objectives To assess ...