The effectiveness of pleuran in treatment of acute gastroenteritis in children - a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial

Project Title
The effectiveness of pleuran in treatment of acute gastroenteritis in children- a randomized, placebo- controlled, double- blind trial
Nazwa Kliniki/Zakładu
Klinika Pediatrii z Oddziałem Obserwacyjnym
Financing Institution
Lead
dr hab. Ernest Kuchar
Project Objective

On the Polish market, there is a pleuran preparation with the addition of vitamin C and probiotic bacteria strains recommended by manufacturers for use during acute diarrhea in children and adults. So far, there is no scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in alleviating symptoms or shortening the duration of the disease. Considering the potential immunomodulatory effects of pleuran, it seems justified to investigate its efficacy in the treatment of acute diarrhea in children. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effect of pleuran on the duration and intensity of symptoms of acute infectious diarrhea in children.