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New study tests which drug makes arm surgery pain blocks work faster

NCT ID NCT07290595

Symptom relief Sponsor: Sahiwal medical college sahiwal Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study compares two drugs, dexmedetomidine and dexamethasone, when added to a standard local anesthetic (ropivacaine) for a nerve block in the shoulder area. The goal is to see which combination provides faster pain relief for patients undergoing arm surgery. 66 adults aged 18-70 are being recruited. The trial is currently enrolling participants.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Ropivacaine with either Dexmedetomidine or Dexamethasone
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that one of these drug combinations provides faster and longer-lasting pain relief for arm surgeries, potentially improving patient comfort and recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study (66 participants) comparing two established drugs, so any benefits may be modest. Results may not apply to all patients or surgeries.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 2/3

Runs two stages together: whether the treatment works, then large-scale confirmation.

Participants

About 66 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jan 2025

Expected to finish

Mar 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 70 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria * Patients scheduled for upper limb surgery below mid-humerus level * Patients aged 18 to 70 years * Patients with ASA class I, II and III * Male and non-pregnant females Exclusion Criteria * Patients refusal * Patients with pre-existing peripheral neuropathy of the upper limb * Patients with the Infection at block site * Patients with history of ischemic heart disease * Patients with bleeding disorder or deranged coagulation profile * Patients with known history of allergy to local anaesthetic or any other drugs used

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Bradycardia hypotensive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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Bradycardia Hypotension Post operative analgesia Upper limb surgeries

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Sahiwal Medical College, Sahiwal

    RECRUITING

    Sāhīwāl, Punjab Province, 57000, Pakistan

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