Could a common vasodilator ease chemo nerve damage?

NCT ID NCT07572461

First seen May 08, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether papaverine, a drug that relaxes blood vessels, can relieve nerve pain and numbness caused by chemotherapy that hasn't responded to standard treatments. About 43 adults with persistent symptoms will receive papaverine infusions weekly for up to three weeks. The goal is to see if it improves sensation and quality of life.

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