Clinical trials
Dexamethasone clinical trials
Below are recruiting dexamethasone clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 392 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07324499Recruiting
Dexamethasone with nerve block for shoulder surgery
This trial tests if adding dexamethasone to a standard numbing medicine (bupivacaine) affects how much of the medicine stays in your blood. It may help improve pain relief after shoulder surgery.
SantiagoAges 18–90 - NCT04973605RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sonrotoclax with steroid and other drugs for multiple myeloma
This early-phase study tests sonrotoclax (a cancer medicine) in people with multiple myeloma that has come back or not responded to prior treatment. It also studies different combinations with dexamethasone plus other standard medicines, aiming to shrink tumors and improve control of the disease.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07329933Recruiting
Steroids and sedatives for faster recovery after gallbladder surgery
This trial tests if adding two medicines, dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine, helps the stomach and intestines work better after keyhole gallbladder removal. The goal is to see if the combination can get your digestion back to normal faster.
BanhāAges 18–65 - NCT06997419Recruiting
Dexamethasone for nausea after open surgery
This trial tests if a steroid called dexamethasone palmitate can prevent nausea and vomiting after open surgery. It is for people having planned spine, chest, or abdominal surgery under general anesthesia.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT06826690RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing pain medicine mixes for hand surgery wrist blocks
This trial tests different combinations of numbing medicines injected around the wrist before hand surgery. The goal is to find which mix provides the best pain relief with fewer side effects.
Aswān, Aswan GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT06715709Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
How many doses of dexamethasone before knee replacement?
This trial compares different numbers of doses of dexamethasone (a steroid that reduces inflammation) given around the time of knee replacement surgery. It aims to find the best balance of pain control and side effects.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06099366RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo for standard-risk childhood leukemia
This trial tests a treatment plan for children with newly diagnosed acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) that is considered standard-risk. It aims to see if the treatment is effective and safe.
Seoul, Other (Non U.s.)Ages 1–9 - NCT05518383RecruitingPhase 4
Pediatric B-cell lymphoma treatment study using established care
This trial studies treatment for children and teens with certain B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphomas using a specific treatment protocol. It may help doctors confirm how well the regimen works in young patients and improve care over time.
Moscow, RFAges 1 day–18 years - NCT06042725RecruitingPhase 1
Testing new drug combos for multiple myeloma with a specific gene change
This trial tests if adding venetoclax to standard myeloma treatments can help patients with a specific gene change called t(11;14). There are different treatment combinations for people newly diagnosed or who have already tried other therapies.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07327931Recruiting
Comparing two PENG block recipes for hip surgery in older adults
This study tests two different types of local numbing medicine (with and without extra additives) for a nerve block called PENG block in older adults having hip surgery. The goal is to find which method controls pain better and reduces the need for strong pain relievers.
PoznanAges 65–100 - NCT07559331RecruitingPhase 3
Dexamethasone plus Orelabrutinib for newly diagnosed immune thrombocytopenia
This trial tests whether adding a drug called orelabrutinib to high-dose dexamethasone (a steroid) works better than dexamethasone alone for treating newly diagnosed immune thrombocytopenia (ITP)—a condition where your body destroys its own platelets, causing very low blood counts. The goal is to see if the combination helps raise your platelet count and prevents bleeding.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07455396RecruitingPhase 2
Dexamethasone vs methylprednisolone for children with severe asthma
This trial compares two steroids, dexamethasone and methylprednisolone, to see which works better for children in the intensive care unit with severe asthma. The goal is to find the best treatment with fewer side effects.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges 3–17 - NCT05731960RecruitingPhase 4
IV steroid test to shorten spinal anesthesia after C-section
This trial tests whether giving dexamethasone through an IV changes how long spinal anesthesia lasts during a scheduled C-section. It may help shorten or improve recovery timing after surgery for some people.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18 years+ - NCT04050644RecruitingPhase 4
Tested preservative-free vs standard eye drops after cataract surgery
This study compares different anti-inflammatory and pain-relief eye drops after cataract surgery to see which one works better. It focuses on whether preservative-free drops cause fewer problems (like irritation) while still protecting the eye during healing.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 60 years+ - NCT07139522Recruiting
Dexamethasone or magnesium for pain relief after C-section
This trial tests adding dexamethasone or magnesium sulfate to the numbing medicine given as a back injection (erector spinae plane block) to see if it provides better pain relief after a planned C-section. The goal is to reduce pain and the need for extra painkillers after surgery.
CairoAges 18–35 - NCT07109258RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Dexamethasone for labor induction at full term
This trial tests if giving dexamethasone helps start labor in first-time mothers who are at full term (39 weeks or more) and have no complications. It aims to make the induction process more effective.
Cairo, ManialAges 18 years+ - NCT06713733Recruiting
Steroid injection vs. pill for wisdom tooth recovery
This trial compares two treatments—a steroid placed under the gum and a pill—to reduce pain, swelling, and other problems after removing a lower wisdom tooth. It is for generally healthy patients who need that surgery and haven't taken anti-inflammatory drugs recently.
Dharān, KoshiAges 18 years+ - NCT07402707RecruitingPhase 4
Dexamethasone for acute asthma in children
This trial tests if a different steroid (dexamethasone) is as good as the usual steroid for treating children with asthma attacks in the Emergency Department. It aims to make treatment easier for children.
SheffieldAges 4–15 - NCT07743827Recruiting
Olanzapine-based steroid-sparing anti-nausea treatment for breast cancer
This trial tests a new anti-nausea medicine combination for breast cancer patients getting AC chemotherapy, specifically designed for those with diabetes, obesity, or other metabolic issues. It aims to reduce the need for steroids, which can be riskier for these patients.
Alexandria, Alexandria GovernorateAges 18–70 - NCT04209218Recruiting
Blood pressure and dexamethasone during lung cancer surgery
This study looks at how best to manage blood pressure during lung cancer surgery and whether giving dexamethasone (a steroid medicine) helps patients during the operation and recovery. You might benefit if you’re having longer lung cancer surgery and your heart and other organs are stable enough for the study.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 50–90 - NCT04266977Recruiting
Low-dose steroid timing for newly diagnosed brain tumor surgery
This trial looks at using dexamethasone (a steroid medicine) in a more restricted way for people newly diagnosed with likely glioblastoma who are planned for brain surgery. The goal is to see whether limiting steroid use can still control symptoms while reducing steroid exposure.
Sankt Gallen, St.GallenAges 18–90 - NCT05519085RecruitingPhase 3
Test mezigdomide vs pomalidomide with standard drugs for myeloma
This Phase 3 study compares two combination treatments for multiple myeloma that has come back or not gone away (relapsed or refractory). It aims to see whether mezigdomide, along with bortezomib and dexamethasone, works better than pomalidomide with those same medicines.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06133712Recruiting
Injection treatment for carpal tunnel pain
This trial tests whether a local injection of three medications (dexmedetomidine, ozone, and dexamethasone) can relieve pain and symptoms in people with mild-to-moderate carpal tunnel syndrome. It aims to provide a non-surgical option for those who haven't improved with other treatments.
Tanta, El GharbiaAges 20–60 - NCT06387823Recruiting
Testing Sivelestat Sodium and Dexamethasone for Severe ARDS
This trial tests a combination of two medicines (Sivelestat Sodium and Dexamethasone) to see if they can help people with severe lung injury (ARDS) who need a breathing machine. It is for patients whose condition has just worsened and who are on a ventilator early in their illness.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dexamethasone?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 392 recruiting dexamethasone studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a dexamethasone trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a dexamethasone trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.