Which nebulized drug calms kids best before surgery?
NCT ID NCT07564037
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested three different sedatives given as a mist to children aged 3-7 before they had their tonsils and adenoids removed. The goal was to see which drug helped kids stay calm and separate easily from their parents. Sixty children were randomly assigned to receive either dexmedetomidine, ketamine, or midazolam through a nebulizer.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- nebulized dexmedetomidine, ketamine, or midazolam
- What this could lead to
- If one drug works best, it could become the preferred pre-surgery sedative for children, making the experience less stressful for kids and parents.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all kids or surgeries. The drugs have side effects like drowsiness or allergic reactions.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Tanta University
Tanta, Egypt
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