High-dose paracetamol before tonsillectomy for pain relief in children
Treatments studied
Part of Ear, nose & throat, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a high dose of oral paracetamol (Tylenol) given before tonsillectomy surgery can reduce pain after the operation in children. It aims to find a safe and effective way to manage pain without opioids.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 15 years old.
- Your child is scheduled for an elective tonsillectomy (with or without adenoid removal).
- Your child is otherwise healthy or has mild to moderate health issues (ASA I–III).
- Your child is not allergic to paracetamol (Tylenol) or any other medications used in the study.
- Your child does not use strong pain medications (opioids) regularly.
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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