New injection could ease pain after bone surgery

NCT ID NCT07186426

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new drug called HSK21542 for pain after hip replacement surgery. About 405 adults will receive either HSK21542, morphine, or a placebo. The goal is to see if HSK21542 reduces pain better and causes fewer side effects like nausea and vomiting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
HSK21542 injection
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a new option for managing pain after orthopedic surgery with potentially fewer side effects than current treatments.
What could go wrong
This is still an experimental drug. Even in Phase 3, it may not prove more effective or safer than existing painkillers like morphine. Side effects are possible.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Xiangya Hospital of Central South University

    RECRUITING

    Changsha, Hunan, China

  • Xuanwu Hospital Capital Medical University

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

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