Could a Two-Drug combo save more cardiac arrest patients?
NCT ID NCT00127907
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding vasopressin to the standard drug epinephrine helps more people survive a cardiac arrest that happens outside the hospital. Over 2,400 adults were enrolled. The main goal was to see how many patients were alive when they reached the hospital.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
epinephrine and vasopressin
What this could lead to
If it works, this could improve survival rates for people who suffer a cardiac arrest outside the hospital.
What could go wrong
This is a completed Phase 4 trial, but earlier studies showed mixed results. The benefit may be small or limited to certain patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud
Pierre-Bénite, 69495, France