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Which pill calms kids best before surgery? study tests three options

NCT ID NCT06879496

Symptom relief Sponsor: Tanta University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compared three oral sedatives—dexmedetomidine, ketamine, and midazolam—given to 60 children aged 3-7 before inguinal hernia surgery. The goal was to see which drug provides the best sedation and pain control. Results could help doctors choose the safest and most effective premedication for young patients.

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Active substance
dexmedetomidine, ketamine, midazolam
What this could lead to
If one drug works better, it could help doctors choose the best pre-surgery sedative for children, making the experience less stressful.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 60 children. Results may not apply to all kids or surgeries, and each drug has possible side effects like drowsiness or nausea.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

60 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2025

Finished

Sep 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

3 to 7 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged between 3-7 years. * Both sexes. * American society of anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status (I-II). Exclusion Criteria: * Parents refusal. * Patients with known allergy to the study drugs. * Significant organ dysfunction. * Cardiac dysrhythmia. * Use of psychotropic medication, and mental retardation.

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Anesthesia Pediatric

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mohamed Zakarea Wfa

    Tanta, Tanta, 6620010, Egypt

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