Love hormone tested as painkiller in new study

NCT ID NCT07053774

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tests whether oxytocin, given as a nasal spray or through an IV, can lower pain caused by heat on the skin. About 24 healthy adults will rate their pain after receiving the drug. Researchers also want to see if age, weight, or sex affect how well it works.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

    RECRUITING

    Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States

    Contact

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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