Caffeine jolt may speed Kids' recovery from MRI sedation
NCT ID NCT06538584
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving caffeine to children after sedation for an MRI scan can help them wake up and recover faster. About 100 children aged 3 to 12 will receive either caffeine or a placebo shortly after their MRI. The goal is to see if caffeine reduces the time it takes for them to be ready for discharge, improving their experience and hospital efficiency.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- caffeine citrate
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple way to help children wake up faster and feel better sooner after sedation for MRI scans.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early pilot study, so results may not be conclusive. Caffeine might not speed recovery or could cause side effects like jitteriness or heart issues.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Chicago Medical Center
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60637, United States