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IV vs Oral Acetaminophen for Postoperative Pain
Study Summary
This trial will compare the effects of two different types of acetaminophen on pain relief for people undergoing different types of nephrectomy surgery.
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- I am between 18 and 90 years old.I am using or have used an epidural for pain management.I cannot take medications by mouth.I weigh less than 50 kg.I have a history of liver disease.I am 18 years old or older.I am scheduled for a kidney removal surgery at University of Rochester Medical Center.I can verbally express my pain level using a number scale.
- Group 1: placebo IV (normal saline) + oral acetaminophen
- Group 2: IV acetaminophen and placebo pills
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- Drug Has Already Been Approved - The FDA has already approved this drug, and is just seeking more data.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I eligible to be a participant in this research endeavor?
"In order to qualify for this trial, patients must have undergone nephrectomy and be between 18-89 years old. There are a total of 235 spots available."
How many maximum participants are accepted in this medical research?
"Affirmative. According to information available on clinicaltrials.gov, this research project is presently recruiting participants after being initially published on August 8th 2018 and last updated November 7th 2022. The study aims to recruit 235 patients from a single location."
What ailments is this treatment typically employed to address?
"This therapy is effective in managing catarrh, rhinorrhoea, and musculoskeletal pain."
How reliable is this method of treatment for patients in terms of risk?
"There is a wealth of evidence regarding the safety and efficacy of this treatment, which has earned it an impressive score of 3."
Are minors being considered for participation in this research?
"The parameters of this medical trial require applicants to be between 18 and 89 years old. Meanwhile, there are 31 trials designed for patients below the age of majority as well as 63 studies prioritizing those who have surpassed traditional retirement age."
What prior experiments have been conducted regarding this treatment?
"Currently, 89 research trials are underway concerning this treatment. Of those active studies, 26 are in Phase 3 of the clinical trial process. Although most of these investigations take place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 1003 different sites administer the study's protocol worldwide."
Are there any openings left for those who wish to participate in this experiment?
"Affirmative. According to clinicaltrials.gov, this research trial is actively seeking participants and was first published on August 8th 2018 with a most recent update occurring November 7th 2022. The study needs 235 volunteers from one site in particular."
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