Menthol and cold spray for thirst after weight-loss surgery
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study tests whether a cool menthol spray can reduce thirst and discomfort after weight-loss surgery while you're fasting. It may help you feel more comfortable after your procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You are having weight-loss (bariatric) surgery with general anesthesia.
- You have no mouth, nose, vision, hearing, speech, or understanding problems.
- You have no allergy to menthol (a cooling ingredient from mint).
- You do not have severe vomiting.
- Your fasting and thirst period before surgery is 8 hours.
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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