Pregabalin vs Gabapentin for Pain Before Surgery in Older Adults
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This study tests two medicines, pregabalin and gabapentin, to see which works better for pain control before surgery in older adults. If you are 65 or older and having certain abdominal surgery with spinal anesthesia, this might help your recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 65 years old or older
- You are scheduled for elective surgery on your belly or pelvis (like hernia or prostate surgery)
- You will receive a spinal or epidural anesthetic (numbing injection in your back) for the surgery
- You are in generally good health (classified as ASA I or II)
- You do not have a history of allergies to gabapentin or pregabalin, chronic pain, epilepsy, dementia, severe heart or lung disease, kidney problems, or alcohol/drug abuse
- Your surgery is expected to last less than 2 hours
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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