Spinal morphine doses compared for C-Section pain relief

NCT ID NCT07516717

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Hospital Universitario de Caracas Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested two doses of spinal morphine (75 vs 100 micrograms) in 240 women having planned C-sections to see which provides better pain control with fewer side effects. Pain was measured using a standard scale over 24 hours after surgery. The goal is to find the best dose to improve recovery and comfort for new mothers.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: morphine
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the safest, most effective dose of spinal morphine for pain relief after C-sections, improving recovery for mothers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed Phase 4 trial with 240 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The difference between doses may be small, and side effects like nausea or itching are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Pain, Postoperative

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CESAREAN SECTION OBSTETRIC ANESTHESIA POSTOPERATIVE PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Hospital Universitario de Caracas

Caracas, Miranda, 1040, Venezuela

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