New study aims to stop shivering in C-Section patients
NCT ID NCT04730609
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests different doses of dexmedetomidine to find the amount that stops shivering in 90% of women having planned C-sections. Forty healthy mothers with a single baby will receive the drug during spinal anesthesia. The goal is to improve comfort without causing unwanted side effects like slow heart rate or excessive sleepiness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Dexmedetomidine
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a reliable way to stop shivering during C-sections, improving comfort for mothers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-phase dose-finding study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Side effects like changes in heart rate or sedation are possible.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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