Could a single pill ease pain after bariatric surgery?
NCT ID NCT07169006
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a single dose of gabapentin, given before weight-loss surgery, can reduce pain and the need for other painkillers in the first 24 hours after the operation. About 102 people having bariatric surgery will receive either gabapentin or a placebo. The goal is to see if this simple approach improves recovery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- gabapentin
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, low-cost way to improve pain control after weight-loss surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 102 participants. The results may not apply to all patients, and gabapentin can cause side effects like dizziness or drowsiness.
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