Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre
Clinical trials sponsored by Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre, explained in plain language.
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Herbal mix may restore ovulation in PCOS women
Disease control CompletedThis study tests a combination of herbs (Melats P) in 116 women aged 18-40 with PCOS and insulin resistance. The goal is to see if the treatment can restore regular periods and ovulation, helping overcome infertility. Participants will be monitored for 4 months using ultrasound a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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Could a simple steroid dose before hip surgery prevent confusion in seniors?
Disease control CompletedThis trial investigates whether a single 4 mg dose of the steroid dexamethasone, given intravenously before hip fracture surgery, can lower the risk and severity of postoperative delirium in adults aged 60 and older. Delirium is a sudden state of confusion that often occurs after…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Staples or stitches? study finds which hurts less after hernia repair
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at 168 men having hernia surgery to see if using staples or stitches to hold the mesh in place causes less pain afterward. Pain was measured using a standard scale. The goal is to find which method helps patients feel better sooner.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Pain relief combo beats standard numbing drug
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two numbing medicines for pain after minor surgery. 100 adults received either bupivacaine alone or bupivacaine mixed with tramadol. The combination led to less pain, especially 24 hours later, suggesting a simple way to improve recovery and comfort.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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Could a diabetes drug gel fade melasma? small study pits metformin against standard cream
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 30% metformin gel applied nightly can reduce melasma (dark patches on the face) as well as a standard triple cream containing hydroquinone, tretinoin, and a steroid. Thirty-four adults with melasma used one of the two treatments plus sunscreen for 12 w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jinnah Postgraduate Medical Centre • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC