Stool Output
Conditions
Brief summary
Evaluate the effect of probiotics on stool output in children 1 - 18 months old.
Detailed description
Evaluate the effect of probiotics on stool output in children 1 - 18 months old.
Interventions
None listed
Sponsors
Study design
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
* children 1 - 18 months of age * acute diarrhea * adequately hydrated * signed informed consent
Exclusion criteria
* exclusively or predominantly breast-feeding * bloody diarrhea * intercurrent illnesses that may affect study parameters * use of systemic antibiotics during the 72 hours prior to enrollment * use of anti-diarrheal medications at the time of enrollment * use of supplement or infant formula with Lactobacillus rhamnosus 10 days prior to enrollment
Countries
Brazil