Can a sleep drug beat an antipsychotic for ICU delirium?

NCT ID NCT05307003

First seen May 09, 2026 ยท Last updated May 09, 2026

Summary

This small pilot study looked at two medications, trazodone and quetiapine, for treating delirium (sudden confusion) in intensive care unit (ICU) patients. Researchers wanted to see which drug worked better to shorten confusion, improve sleep, and reduce side effects. The study included 10 adults in the surgical ICU who needed medication for their symptoms.

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Locations

  • Keck Hospital of the University of Southern California

    Los Angeles, California, 90033, United States

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