Aprepitant shot for preventing nausea after gynecologic or abdominal surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests an aprepitant injection to prevent nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic gynecologic or abdominal surgery lasting at least 1 hour. It may be an option for people who want to reduce post-operative sickness.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 75 years old
- Your BMI is between 18 and 30 with a weight of at least 99 pounds
- You are having laparoscopic surgery on your gynecologic organs or abdomen under general anesthesia that will last at least 1 hour
- You can stay in the hospital for 24 hours or more after surgery
- You do not need a breathing tube in your nose or mouth after surgery, and you are not expected to go to the intensive care unit
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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