Painkiller may weaken heart drug during stent procedure

NCT ID NCT03476369

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at whether fentanyl, a common painkiller used during heart stent procedures, reduces the effectiveness of ticagrelor, a blood thinner given to prevent clots. Researchers compared crushed versus whole ticagrelor pills in 45 patients. The trial was stopped early, but results may help doctors choose the best way to give these medications together.

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Locations

  • The Guthrie Clinic

    Sayre, Pennsylvania, 18840, United States

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