Gabapentin for pain after laser eye surgery
Part of Eyes & vision, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if a medicine called gabapentin can safely reduce pain after a type of laser eye surgery called surface ablation. It's looking for adults with stable vision who are generally healthy and have not had previous eye procedures.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your vision prescription has been stable (the same) for at least one year.
- You have not had any previous eye surgeries.
- You do not have diabetes, high blood pressure, kidney or breathing problems.
- You do not have a history of depression, suicidal thoughts, or drug/alcohol abuse.
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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