Characteristics mean (SEM) of cisapride and placebo groups
| Rectal cisapride (n=11) 1.4–2.3 mg/kg/day | Rectal placebo (n=12) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gestation (weeks) | 37 (0.4) | 37 (0.4) |
| Birthweight (kg) | 2.6 (0.16) | 2.5 (0.12) |
| Aspirate volume on the day preceding treatment (ml/kg/day) | 12 (3.5) | 11 (2.3) |