Pain relief after injury: fentanyl vs. esketamine
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial compares two strong pain medicines—fentanyl and esketamine—to see which works better for treating pain right after a traumatic injury. You would receive the medicine by spray in your nose or through a vein before going to the hospital.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- Your pain started today from an injury or accident (like a fall, car crash, or other trauma)
- The ambulance team decides you need a strong painkiller for your pain
- You are being taken to a hospital
- You can understand English or Dutch and can tell the paramedic your pain level
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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