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Official title An Extension Test of Whether to Use Oral Anti-anxiety Drugs (Alprazolam) When Patients Choose Second Eye Cataract Surgery After Unblinding, and Analyze Their Anxiety, Satisfaction and Pain Satisfaction
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06874452
What this study is testing
What is Alprazolam (Xanax)?
Alprazolam (Xanax) is an investigational medicine, given as an infusion into a vein, being studied as a potential treatment for ophthalmology.
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
- Phacoemulsification is one of the most used surgical methods for cataract surgery today, and the surgeries are under the anesthetic and sedative to make it comfortable and safe for patients. The most important issue is which method is the best for reducing the patient's anxiety, pain, and discomfort during surgery.
- Phase 4: studies an already-approved treatment
- 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 to 80
You may be able to join if
- Age between 18 and 80 years old.
- Enrolled in "Anxiety and surgery satisfaction for cataract patient with different state anxiety" (Research Ethics Committee Case No.: 202302067MINB).
- Plan to undergo phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation surgery with topical anesthetic on the second eye at the Department of...
- Subject who does not have side effect from XANAX.
You likely can't join if
- Presence of any surgery contraindications.
- Presence of any medication contraindications.
- Inability to provide clear and complete answers to relevant questionnaires, or expression of no preoperative anxiety during the outpatient visit, or...
- Regular use of anti-anxiety medications, sleeping pills, or analgesics before the procedure.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding during the preoperative period.
- Severe corneal diseases, overripe cataracts, small pupils, or lens dislocation leading to difficulties in conventional surgery.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age between 18 and 80 years old.
- Enrolled in "Anxiety and surgery satisfaction for cataract patient with different state anxiety" (Research Ethics Committee Case No.: 202302067MINB).
- Plan to undergo phacoemulsification and intraocular lens implantation surgery with topical anesthetic on the second eye at the Department of Ophthalmology.
- Subject who does not have side effect from XANAX.
- Presence of any surgery contraindications.
- Presence of any medication contraindications.
- Inability to provide clear and complete answers to relevant questionnaires, or expression of no preoperative anxiety during the outpatient visit, or scores below 21 on the STAI-S or STAI-T assessment.
- Regular use of anti-anxiety medications, sleeping pills, or analgesics before the procedure.
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding during the preoperative period.
- Severe corneal diseases, overripe cataracts, small pupils, or lens dislocation leading to difficulties in conventional surgery.
- Patients under surface anesthesia who cannot fully cooperate with the surgical procedure.
- Pregnant or uncertain pregnancy status (women under 55 years old to be verbally asked by research team members).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Taipei, Taiwan
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 to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Taipei, Taiwan. 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.