Could a drug combo boost Post-Surgery recovery?

NCT ID NCT07308756

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Peking University First Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether giving dexmedetomidine and esketamine during and after surgery can help patients recover better. 316 adults having general anesthesia will receive one or both drugs, and their recovery quality will be measured using a 15-item questionnaire. The goal is to see if these drugs improve pain control, sleep, and overall well-being after surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: dexmedetomidine and esketamine
What this could lead to: If successful, this could point toward a simple way to improve pain control and sleep quality after surgery, helping patients recover faster and feel better.
What could go wrong: This is a Phase 4 trial, but it is still relatively small (316 people) and tests two drugs already in use. The benefits may be modest, and individual results can vary. Side effects like slow heart rate or nausea are possible.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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DEXMEDETOMIDINE ESKETAMINE GENERAL ANESTHESIA QUALITY OF RECOVERY SURGERY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peking University First Hospital
RECRUITING

Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100034, China

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