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New treatment option for Opioid Use
Official title Opioid Use Post-Discharge After Ambulatory Distal Arm Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04044820
What this study is testing
What is Standardized Prescription?
Standardized Prescription is an investigational medicine, given as a pill taken by mouth, being studied as a potential treatment for opioid use.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study is to determine if a standardized evidence-based opioid prescription following elective hand and forearm surgery at Toronto Western Hospital (TWH) will decrease the number of unused opioid pills consumed by patients while still maintaining adequate pain control as compared to usual treatment. Currently, no standardized prescription exists at our institution.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- 1\. Patients presenting to TWH for elective ambulatory hand and forearm surgery
You likely can't join if
- Chronic opioid treatment, defined as more than 6 tablets of Oxycodone 5 mg per day (or equivalent)
- Cognitive impairment or any other condition causing inability to use 'as required' medication for pain control
- Language barrier preventing completion of patient diary
- Patient refusal
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.