Could a drug combo boost Post-Surgery recovery?

NCT ID NCT07308756

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 28 times

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.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Peking University First Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100034, China

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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.

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.