Can a simple IV drug combo extend pain relief after hand surgery?
NCT ID NCT07531407
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study looked at whether giving dexamethasone or ibuprofen through an IV before hand or forearm surgery could make the nerve block pain relief last longer. 79 adults were enrolled and received one of the two drugs before their procedure. Researchers also tracked nausea and vomiting in the first 24 hours after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- dexamethasone and ibuprofen
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a simple way to prolong pain relief after hand or forearm surgery without strong opioids.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 79 participants, so results may not apply widely. Both drugs have known side effects like nausea or allergic reactions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Prof. Dr. Cemil Tascioglu City Hospital
Istanbul, 34384, Turkey (Türkiye)
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