Could a simple pill improve recovery after hip replacement?
NCT ID NCT06832878
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether taking oral tranexamic acid for three days after hip replacement surgery can reduce pain, swelling, and help patients walk sooner. About 101 adults with end-stage osteoarthritis will receive the drug or placebo. The goal is to see if this simple pill improves recovery and reduces complications.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Tranexamic acid (oral)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could mean a simple pill after hip replacement reduces pain, swelling, and speeds up recovery without needing extra injections.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study (101 people) testing a drug already used in other settings. The benefits may be modest, and side effects like blood clots are possible.
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Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Arizona
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85259, United States