Also known as: Electrolyte mix, Oral rehydration
Latest evidence update: 2026-04-28
Strongest in Consistency (80). Held back by Sample size (42).
Solid mix of RCTs with some methodological gaps.
Good cross-study replication, some imprecision.
Hundreds of participants; meaningful but not large.
Studies agree on direction of effect.
Healthy mix of recent and established research.
No per-outcome numbers yet for this one. Each finding's direction and strength is shown in the research below.
Areas where research points to a consistent direction of effect. The strength of evidence is graded; the size of the effect is not quantified.
Recommended: Varies by form and individual needs
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Polyethylene glycol is an effective first-line treatment for constipation and fecal impaction in both adults and children, helping many people avoid hospitalization
Polyethylene glycol is safe and well-tolerated for treating constipation, with the version without electrolytes potentially causing fewer side effects
Racecadotril may reduce the risk of oral rehydration failure in young children with acute diarrhea and is generally safe with mostly mild or moderate side effects
Polyethylene glycol works as well as enemas for treating fecal impaction, offering a less invasive alternative
Electrolyte supplementation during rehydration supports rapid cellular recovery and helps maintain normal blood chemistry even under metabolic stress