Dexmedetomidine vs midazolam for preterm babies on a ventilator
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This study compares two sedative medicines, dexmedetomidine and midazolam, to see which one helps preterm babies on a ventilator breathe on their own sooner. Your baby may be eligible if they were born very early and need medicine to relax while on the breathing machine.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born before 32 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby is currently younger than 45 weeks corrected age (counting from conception).
- Your baby needs medicine to relax while on a breathing tube (ventilator) in the NICU.
- Your baby has not received dexmedetomidine or midazolam in the last 48 hours (except for the procedure to insert the breathing tube).
- Your baby has a working IV line or a plan to place one.
- Both parents must sign a consent form.
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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