Dexamethasone for nausea after open surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests if a steroid called dexamethasone palmitate can prevent nausea and vomiting after open surgery. It is for people having planned spine, chest, or abdominal surgery under general anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for an elective open surgery (spine, chest, or abdomen) under general anesthesia.
- You are not allergic to the steroid dexamethasone.
- You have not taken any steroid medication in the last 3 months.
- You do not have severe heart, liver, or kidney disease, or certain autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or lupus.
- You do not have uncontrolled diabetes, an active infection, or cognitive/mental health issues.
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