Could a simple pill replace CPAP for opioid-related sleep apnea?
NCT ID NCT06043830
First seen Mar 11, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tested whether the medication acetazolamide can improve sleep-disordered breathing (sleep apnea) in adults with chronic pain who use opioids daily. 39 participants took either acetazolamide or a placebo for one week. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce breathing pauses during sleep, offering an alternative to CPAP machines.
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University of California San Diego
San Diego, California, 92037, United States
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