Observing the use of Ziconotide for treating severe chronic pain

OP2C : Prialt® Observatory in Clinical Practice

Observational Institut Cancerologie de l'Ouest · NCT04321408

This study looks at how well Ziconotide works for people with severe chronic pain and whether it’s safe to use in real-life situations.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorInstitut Cancerologie de l'Ouest Academic / other
Locations17 sites (Angers and 16 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04321408 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study focuses on the use of Ziconotide, a potent analgesic administered via intrathecal injection, for patients suffering from refractory chronic pain. The study aims to gather data on its effectiveness and safety in clinical practice, particularly regarding the management of neuropsychiatric adverse reactions associated with its use. By analyzing real-world outcomes, the study seeks to enhance understanding of optimal dosing and administration practices for Ziconotide. The findings could help refine treatment protocols and improve patient care.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who experience severe refractory chronic pain and are suitable for intrathecal analgesia with Ziconotide.

Not a fit: Patients with contraindications to Ziconotide will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide valuable insights into the safe and effective use of Ziconotide, potentially improving pain management for patients with refractory chronic pain.

How similar studies have performed: While Ziconotide has been previously studied in randomized clinical trials, this observational approach aims to gather new data on its current clinical use, making it a novel contribution to the existing literature.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years old
* Severe refractory chronic pain requiring intrathecal analgesia
* Candidate for intrathecal analgesia treatment with ziconotide
* Patient informed about the study and agreeing to take part in.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Contraindications to ziconotide

Where this trial is running

Angers and 16 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Refractory PainIntrathecal analgesiaZiconotide
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.