Numbing Nose Spray vs. Calming Liquid Before Pediatric Surgery
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Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial compares two safe, common ways to help children relax before surgery: a medicine sprayed in the nose versus a medicine given by mouth. The goal is to see which one works better and is easier for kids.
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Who can take part
- Child must be between 2 and 10 years old
- Child must be in generally good health (no serious medical conditions)
- Surgery must be planned in advance (not an emergency) and involve the groin or urinary system
- Child cannot have a known allergy to either dexmedetomidine or midazolam
- Child cannot have heart problems, developmental delays, or nasal problems that would prevent nose spray use
- Parent or legal guardian must sign a consent form
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