Plain-English translation of NCT07565116 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether , a calming medication given through the nose, works as well as or better than , a calming medication taken by mouth, to help children relax before surgery. Both medications are already used in hospitals, but researchers want to find out which one works better and which one causes fewer side effects when children wake up from surgery.
Many children feel very anxious before surgery, and doctors use calming medications to help them feel better and cooperate during anesthesia. The current standard medication doesn't always work the same way in every child, and sometimes it can cause unwanted behaviors when children wake up. This study is looking for a better option that might be more reliable and gentler on children.
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If your child is accepted into the study, they will receive one of the two calming medications about 30 minutes before surgery — either through the nose or by mouth, depending on which group they are randomly assigned to. The research team will watch your child carefully before, during, and after surgery to see how well the medication works, how calm your child feels, and how your child acts when waking up. The entire study participation takes place on the day of surgery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 20, 2026 · Not medical advice
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