Nasal sedation for young children before surgery
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Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study compares two sedative medicines given as a nasal spray to help children relax and reduce separation anxiety before surgery. It aims to find which medicine works better for children aged 2 to 6.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 2 and 6 years old.
- Your child must be having planned (non-emergency) surgery.
- Your child must be in good general health (classified as ASA I or II by the anesthesia team).
- No known allergies to the study medicines (dexmedetomidine or ketamine).
- No heart, liver, or kidney problems.
- No nasal problems or recent cold (within the last 2 weeks).
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