Glycerin Suppositories for Treatment of Feeding Intolerance in Preterm Infants

Efficacy and Safety of Glycerin Suppositories for Treatment of Feeding Intolerance in Very Low Birth Weight Infants

Feeding intolerance is a common problem in preterm infants.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Preterm infants with birth weight equal or less than 1500 g

Exclusion Criteria:

• Significant congenital malformations
• Severity of illness such that death is likely in the first few days after birth