Comparing two pain relief medications for traumatic injuries in emergency care
Dexketoprofen ® IV Versus Piroxicam® IM in Emergency Pain Management
This study is testing whether an IV pain medication or an injection can help adults with traumatic injuries feel better in the emergency room.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Hôpital Universitaire Sahloul Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Sousse) |
| Trial ID | NCT06404177 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of dexketoprofen administered intravenously versus piroxicam given intramuscularly for managing acute pain resulting from traumatic injuries in an emergency department setting. Conducted at Sahloul University Hospital in Sousse, the study is a prospective, randomized, double-blind, controlled trial involving patients over 18 years old who require analgesia. Participants will be monitored for pain relief and satisfaction through various assessments, including a visual analog scale and quality of life questionnaires, over a period of seven days post-treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old experiencing acute pain due to traumatic injuries.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic pain, allergies to the study medications, or those who are pregnant will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide more effective pain management options for patients with traumatic injuries in emergency settings.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with similar pain management approaches, but this specific comparison is novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients over 18 years of age who required analgesia for acute pain of traumatic origin and who signed a written consent form were included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who meet the following conditions: * refusal, incapacity, difficulties with consent or communication * Patients with chronic pain. * Any known allergy or secondary reaction to piroxen or dexketoprofen trometamol. * Pregnant women. * Cirrhosis of the liver.
Where this trial is running
Sousse
- Sahloul University Hospital — Sousse, Tunisia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Riadh Boukef, professor
- Email: riadboukef@gmail.com
- Phone: 98676745
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.