The goal of this randomized control clinical trial is to determine if probiotics can prevent mortality and morbidity in preterm neonates. It also evaluates effects of probiotics on feeding pattern and growth. It will also learn about the comparative effects of single vs multiple strain probiotics. It aims to answer: Does probiotics improve the health and growth outcomes in preterm neonates in our population? Does single vs multiple strain of probiotics have difference in effects? Participants will: Participants given either single strain or multiple strain probiotics for 28 days post birth. Data about mortality, morbidity, feeding pattern and growth (weight, height, head circumference gain) recorded on daily basis.
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Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC)
Timeframe: From the day intervention started to day 28 of supplementation