New pain block cocktail could ease surgery recovery
NCT ID NCT07285083
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding dexmedetomidine to the standard painkiller bupivacaine in a nerve block (TAP block) provides better pain relief after abdominal surgery. 80 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the combo or bupivacaine alone. Pain levels, sedation, and side effects will be tracked for 12 hours after surgery.
What this could mean
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Active substance
bupivacaine with dexmedetomidine
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide better pain control after abdominal surgery with fewer side effects and less need for extra painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (80 people) comparing two pain-block methods. The added drug may not improve pain relief or could cause more sedation or side effects.
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Sheikh Zayed Medical College
RECRUITINGRahim Yar Khan, Punjab Province, 64200, Pakistan
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