Chronic Pain Prevention: Duloxetine for Hernia Surgery

We are studying whether duloxetine can help prevent chronic pain in patients at high risk after inguinal hernia repair. We will also compare its safety to a placebo.

3-6 monthsConfirmation phase (III)Partially RemoteInvestigational MedicinesOralInternal MedicineNeurologyOrthopedics and Traumatology

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Dulotex

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Duloxetine
Duloxetine is a substance that treats depression, certain anxiety disorders, and some forms of chronic nerve and muscle pain.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Maltodextrine

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Alikres
Aritavi
Aurodulox

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Complexo Hospitalario Universitario A Coruna
Anaesthesiology
A Coruña, Spain
Hospital General Universitario Dr. Balmis
Anaesthesiology
Alicante, Spain
Hospital Universitari Germans Trias I Pujol
Anaesthesiology
Badalona, Spain
Sponsor: Parc De Salut Mar
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.