Preventing shivering after abdominal surgery with two IV drugs
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests two intravenous medicines—hydrocortisone and dexmedetomidine—to see which one works better at preventing shivering after abdominal surgery. It may help you stay comfortable and recover more smoothly.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled for abdominal surgery.
- Your overall health is good to mild (classified as ASA I or II).
- You do not have a known neurologic or psychiatric illness.
- Your diabetes is well controlled (or you don't have diabetes).
- You are not on long-term steroids (like prednisone daily).
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding, and have no thyroid or drug allergies.
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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