Dexmedetomidine patch for calming children before surgery
This study tests a skin patch that helps children relax before surgery. The patch contains a medicine that is absorbed through the skin to reduce anxiety, so the child may need less anesthesia.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 2 and 6 years old.
- Child is scheduled for surgery under general anesthesia.
- Child's weight is within the study's acceptable range.
- Child is generally healthy (classified as ASA I or II).
- Parent or guardian agrees to the study and signs a permission form.
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