New hope for sickle cell pain: could iloprost cut opioid use?

NCT ID NCT07498309

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests if iloprost, a drug that widens blood vessels and reduces inflammation, can help adults with sickle cell disease during painful vaso-occlusive crises. About 144 participants hospitalized for a crisis will receive either iloprost or a placebo, plus standard care. The goal is to see if iloprost lowers pain and the need for strong painkillers like opioids over 28 days.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

sickle cell disease Vaso-Occlusive Crises

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU de Rouen

    Rouen, France

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