Pain relief before root canal: a medicine combination
Part of Mouth & dental, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a combination of pain medicines given before a root canal can lower pain afterward. It is for people who have moderate to severe tooth pain and are healthy enough for standard treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have tooth pain that is moderate to severe (at least a 4 out of 10).
- You are generally healthy (ASA I or II – no major health problems).
- You need a root canal or another tooth procedure (first time or re-treatment).
- You are not pregnant and do not have serious conditions like hepatitis B, HIV, or severe organ problems.
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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