Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences
Clinical trials sponsored by Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Could a common asthma drug shorten bronchiolitis hospital stays? Results expected Sep 2026 (estimated)
- Can a lower dose of acne drug work just as well with fewer side effects? Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Tooth study tests which root canal prep is more accurate Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- New psoriasis cream takes on old standby in Head-to-Head trial Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Braces patients get AI coach: chatbot may beat pamphlets for cleaner teeth Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
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Which dressing wins? new study tests chlorhexidine gauze against povidone iodine for wound care
Symptom relief CompletedThis study compares two types of wound dressings—chlorhexidine-impregnated gauze and povidone-iodine dressing—to see which one better prevents infection and speeds up healing in people with fresh, clean-contaminated wounds from an injury. About 176 adults aged 18 to 65 will take …
Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Tiny particles in bleaching gel could mean whiter teeth and fewer zings
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether a bleaching gel fortified with tiny titanium oxide particles can whiten teeth better and cause less sensitivity than a standard gel. Sixty adults with tooth discoloration will receive either the nano-enriched gel or the conventional gel during a single se…
Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Pill or injection? trial tests which piroxicam method best eases root canal pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial compares two ways of giving the anti-inflammatory drug piroxicam to control pain after root canal treatment: a standard oral pill versus an injection into the ligament around the tooth. Adults with a toothache caused by irreversible pulpitis will receive one of the two…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 22, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo may extend Post-Surgery pain relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests two different drug mixtures given as a nerve block to reduce pain after lower abdominal surgery. One mix uses bupivacaine with dexmedetomidine, the other uses bupivacaine with dexamethasone. The goal is to see which provides longer pain relief. About 60 adults ha…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Common painkillers may skew tooth nerve tests, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether taking common painkillers like paracetamol or ibuprofen before a dental pulp sensitivity test changes the results. 184 healthy adults received either a painkiller or a placebo, and their tooth nerve responses were measured. The goal is to help dentists a…
Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Which scope causes less stress? video vs. conventional laryngoscope compared
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 208 adults having planned surgery under general anesthesia. It compared two devices used to place a breathing tube: a video laryngoscope and a conventional laryngoscope. The goal was to see which one causes a smaller rise in heart rate and blood pressure duri…
Phase 4 • Sponsor: Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC