Timing pain meds before surgery could slash opioid need

NCT ID NCT05685342

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 30 times

Summary

This study looked at 154 men having robot-assisted prostate removal. It compared giving a combination of acetaminophen and ibuprofen before surgery versus right after, to see which approach reduces the need for strong opioid painkillers. The goal is to manage pain with fewer opioids.

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Locations

  • Seoul National University Hospital

    Seoul, Seoul, KS013, South Korea

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