Nausea clinical trials

Brain-stomach circuits in chronic nausea

This study looks at how the brain and stomach communicate in people with chronic nausea. It uses a noninvasive brain stimulation method called TMS to understand brain activity. You may qualify if you have chronic nausea or are a healthy volunteer.

Preventing nausea and vomiting after surgery in high-risk patients

This trial tests if adding the drug Aprepitant to standard care helps prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery in people who are at high risk for these side effects. It might offer better relief for patients undergoing same-day surgery.

Ear Stimulation and Steroids for Chemotherapy Nausea

This trial tests whether stimulating specific points on your ear, combined with a steroid medication, can reduce nausea and vomiting caused by two chemotherapy drugs (gemcitabine and paclitaxel) used to treat pancreatic cancer. The goal is to help you tolerate chemotherapy better.

Essential oils and a wearable device for long-term nausea

This study tests whether a wearable device (like a wristband) and essential oils can help calm chronic nausea. It focuses on people who have had nausea for more than 6 months, feel it at least 3 times a week, and also have anxiety.

Ear Acupuncture plus Dexamethasone for Nausea from Trastuzumab Deruxtecan

This trial tests if adding ear acupuncture to a standard anti-nausea medicine (dexamethasone) works better for nausea and vomiting caused by the breast cancer drug trastuzumab deruxtecan. The goal is to help you feel better during treatment.

Study of a new drug for chemo nausea and vomiting

This trial tests a medication called LY3537021 to see if it can prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain types of chemotherapy (AC or cisplatin) in people who have not had chemo before. It focuses on patients who are otherwise in fairly good health.

Dexamethasone during surgery to reduce hip surgery pain and nausea

This trial tests whether a single steroid medicine called dexamethasone given around the time of surgery can reduce pain and nausea after a periacetabular osteotomy. It may help you feel more comfortable in the first days after surgery, depending on your medical history.

Serious game tool to reduce chemo nausea and vomiting

This study tests a “serious game” (a game designed for health) to help people feel less nauseated and vomit less during chemotherapy. It focuses on adults who are newly diagnosed and starting chemotherapy on a short, repeating schedule.

Thalidomide for nausea in pancreatic cancer patients

This trial tests whether adding thalidomide to standard chemotherapy can help reduce nausea and vomiting in people with advanced pancreatic cancer. It is for patients who have not yet received any cancer treatment.

Imagery therapy for chemo-related nausea in children

This study tests if guided imagery (a relaxation technique using mental images) can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy in children ages 7 to 18. It may offer a drug-free way to manage these side effects.

Electroacupuncture to prevent nausea during breast cancer chemo

This study tests whether electroacupuncture can help prevent nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy in people with breast cancer. If you're starting a certain type of chemo, this could help you feel better during treatment.

Acupuncture plus anti-nausea drugs for breast cancer chemo side effects

This trial tests whether adding electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electrical pulses) to standard anti-nausea medicine can better prevent nausea and vomiting caused by strong chemotherapy. It is for people with early-stage breast cancer who are about to start a very strong chemotherapy regimen.

Aprepitant to prevent nausea after child scoliosis surgery

This trial tests if a drug called Aprepitant, given before surgery, can better prevent nausea and vomiting after scoliosis repair in children. It is for children aged 8 to 18 who are having spinal fusion surgery for a certain type of scoliosis.

Electrical stimulation for chronic nausea and vomiting

This study tests a device that sends mild electrical pulses to your stomach to help with chronic nausea and vomiting. It is for people who have had nausea for over 6 months, have normal stomach emptying, and have not found relief from standard medications.

Improving nausea and vomiting care during surgery

This trial tests a new approach to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. It compares usual care to a structured plan that matches anti-nausea medicines to your personal risk factors.

Tradipitant for nausea from weight loss injections

This study tests whether the drug tradipitant can help reduce nausea and vomiting caused by weight loss injections like Ozempic or Wegovy. If you have these side effects and are not diabetic, you may be eligible.

Virtual reality relaxation for nausea in early pregnancy

This study tests if using a virtual reality headset for relaxation can help reduce nausea and improve comfort in early pregnancy. If you are between 6 and 14 weeks pregnant and have mild to moderate nausea, you may be able to join.

Breathing gas and nausea after hysterectomy study

This study looks at whether levels of carbon dioxide in your breath and blood flow measurements during surgery can help predict nausea, vomiting, or pain after a hysterectomy. It may help doctors better manage your recovery.

Early PONV - a Registry Based Study in Sweden.

Comparing sedatives for nausea after gallbladder surgery

This study compares two different sedative medications used during anesthesia to see which one helps prevent nausea and vomiting after gallbladder removal surgery. Participating may help you recover more comfortably after your procedure.

Preventing nausea in emergency C-section patients

This study tests two common anti-nausea drugs for women having emergency C-sections under spinal anesthesia who haven't fasted. It aims to find the best way to prevent vomiting and nausea during surgery.

Enhanced recovery after pituitary tumor surgery

This study tests a standard care plan to help patients recover faster after surgery to remove a pituitary tumor. It may reduce hospital stay and improve recovery.

Triple medicine to prevent nausea after laparoscopic gynecologic surgery

This trial tests a combination of three medicines given during surgery to reduce nausea and vomiting after anesthesia. You might be eligible if you’re having laparoscopic gynecologic surgery and meet the age and health requirements.

Test palonosetron to prevent nausea from chemotherapy

This trial studies whether palonosetron helps prevent nausea and vomiting caused by chemotherapy that has a moderate risk of vomiting. It may help you feel more comfortable during chemo and avoid treatment interruptions from severe nausea.