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Nasal spray vs IV: which sedative better prevents Kids' Post-Dental agitation?

NCT ID NCT06466915

Symptom relief Sponsor: Baskent University Ankara Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial compares two drugs—propofol given intravenously and dexmedetomidine given as a nasal spray—to see which better prevents agitation and delirium in children waking up from dental surgery under general anesthesia. About 162 children aged 1-2 on the ASA scale will take part. The goal is to find a safer, more effective way to calm kids and avoid complications like bleeding or delayed discharge.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Dexmedetomidine (nasal) and propofol (intravenous)
What this could lead to
If one drug proves better at calming children after dental surgery, it could reduce complications like bleeding, IV dislodgement, and hospital delays.
What could go wrong
This is a single-center, moderate-sized trial. Results may not apply to all children or surgeries, and both drugs carry risks like breathing problems or unstable blood pressure.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 4

Runs after approval, following long-term safety and how well the treatment works in everyday use.

Participants

162 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jul 2024

Finished

Apr 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

1 year to 8 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * ASA 1-2 Exclusion Criteria: * Cardiac disease, * Psychiatric disease, * Coronary artery disease, * Long-term sedative drug use, * Pulmonary disease, * Known allergy to planned drugs

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Comparison of the effects of propofol and nasal dexmedetomidine

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ahmed Uslu

    Ankara, Çankaya, 06490, Turkey (Türkiye)