apigenin and Diarrhea--Infantile

Acute diarrhea is amongst the most common childhood illnesses. Of paramount importance is an oral rehydration with glucose-electrolyte solutions. A number of herbal therapies are available to shorten the duration of the diarrhea and to alleviate the unpleasant symptoms. Although herbal preparations are generally well tolerated, only a few have been tested on children and adjusted to their needs. Various therapies for diarrhea in childhood are highlighted with regard to the clinical trials with children, and their user-friendliness.

Topics: Age Factors; Antidiarrheals; Chamomile; Child; Child, Preschool; Clinical Trials as Topic; Diarrhea; Diarrhea, Infantile; Food Additives; Humans; Infant; Pectins; Phytotherapy; Time Factors