Sedation for kids during orthopedic procedures: nasal spray vs. oral medicine
Treatments studied
This study compares two medicines given to help children relax during painful orthopedic procedures. One medicine is given as a nasal spray (dexmedetomidine) and the other is given as a drink (chloral hydrate). The trial will see which one works better to keep your child comfortable and calm.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 7 and 12 years old.
- Your child needs a painful orthopedic procedure (like a bone setting or joint injection) in an outpatient clinic or emergency department.
- Your child must be in good general health (ASA I or II) and free of significant heart, blood pressure, or breathing problems.
- Your child must not be allergic to the study medicines.
- Your child must not have taken any sedative medication in the last 24 hours.
- Your child must be able to receive medicine as a nasal spray (no nasal blockage or severe stuffiness).
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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