Which drug stops rebound pain better? new study tests two options

NCT ID NCT06304909

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked at 111 people having arm surgery to see if a drug called dexmedetomidine or dexamethasone could prevent severe pain when the numbing shot wears off. Participants got one of the two drugs or a saltwater placebo. The goal was to see which drug reduces the chance of sudden, intense pain 12 to 24 hours after the block.

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 dexamethasone

What this could lead to

If one drug works better, it could give doctors a simple way to prevent severe pain after a nerve block wears off.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study (Phase 1) with only 111 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and the drugs may not show a clear difference.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Accidental Injuries injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Marwa Mahmoud Rady

    Asyut, Assiut Governorate, 1987, Egypt