Helping Families Navigate Pediatric IBS-C Treatment

Pediatric irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C) can significantly affect quality of life and presents unique treatment and counseling challenges for patients and families. This course reviews evolving management strategies for pediatric IBS-C, including newly approved treatment options and practical considerations for therapy selection. You will be better prepared to evaluate treatment approaches and counsel families on the safe and appropriate use of therapy for pediatric IBS-C.

HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact

GUEST
Christopher Hartley, PharmD, BCPPS
Pediatric Clinical Pharmacy Specialist,
The Johns Hopkins Hospital 

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 CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1. Describe current treatment considerations for pediatric IBS-C, including recently approved pharmacologic options.
2. Compare factors that influence treatment selection and family counseling for pediatric IBS-C.

Rachel Maynard and Christopher Hartley have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

0.075 CEU/0.75 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-300-H01-P
Initial release date: 8/3/2026
Expiration date: 8/3/2029
Additional CPE details can be found here.