Oral nifedipine for pain relief after hemorrhoid surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system, Heart & circulation, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether the oral medication nifedipine, compared to a placebo (a sugar pill), reduces pain and speeds up healing after hemorrhoid surgery. If you are having hemorrhoidectomy, this could help you recover more comfortably.
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Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You need to be scheduled for hemorrhoid surgery (grades III or IV).
- You can understand and complete questionnaires.
- You must not be allergic to nifedipine.
- You should not have severe heart, liver, or kidney problems.
- You cannot be pregnant or breastfeeding, and you cannot be taking certain heart medications.
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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