New sedation drug ciprofol tested against propofol for safer anesthesia in seniors
NCT ID NCT07670923
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares ciprofol and propofol, two drugs used to sedate elderly patients (ages 65-80) during short medical procedures without a breathing tube. Researchers will monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and breathing for 5 minutes after giving the drug. The goal is to see which drug causes fewer side effects on the heart and lungs. 108 participants will be enrolled at a single hospital in China.
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Active substance
ciprofol and propofol
What this could lead to
If ciprofol proves safer for heart and lung function, it could become a preferred sedation option for elderly patients undergoing short procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (108 participants) comparing two drugs, so results may not apply broadly. Both drugs carry risks like low blood pressure or breathing problems.
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Cardiovascular and Cerebrovascular Disease Hospital, General Hospital of Ningxia Medical University
Yinchuan, Ningxia, 750000, China