Sleep medication to improve confusion after surgery in older adults
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a sleep medication called lemborexant can help older adults recover their thinking and memory more quickly after surgery. It may reduce confusion or delirium that sometimes happens after an operation.
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Who can take part
- You are 60 years of age or older.
- You are scheduled to have elective (non-emergency) surgery.
- You are in generally good health for your age (classified as ASA I to III).
- You are able to give your informed consent to participate.
- You do not have severe sleep apnea, chronic lung disease, or severe liver or kidney problems.
- You have not been taking sleeping pills or sedatives on a regular basis.
- You do not have a history of alcohol or drug abuse.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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