Knee Surgery Pain Relief: Oral vs. IV Medications

We are comparing the effectiveness of oral pain relief to intravenous options for patients after knee arthroscopy. This study aims to see which method better manages pain and affects recovery.

1-2 yearsMonitoring phase (IV)Standard MedicinesOralInjectionOrthopedics and TraumatologyOtolaryngology

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.

Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a medicine used to relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and lower fever from headaches, muscle aches, and minor injuries.
Natriumchlorid 0,9 %
Natriumchlorid 0,9% is a sterile salt solution used to replace fluids, hydrate patients, and deliver medicines into a vein.
Paracetamol
Paracetamol relieves pain and reduces fever for conditions like headaches, muscle aches, and colds.

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.

Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a substance that reduces pain, fever, and inflammation.
Ibuprofen Bp
Ibuprofen BP is a substance that reduces pain, fever, and inflammation.
Paracetamol
Paracetamol is a substance that relieves pain and reduces fever.

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.

200 Mg + 500 Mg
3 Months Ibuprofen Strawberry Flavour
3 Months Plus Strawberry Flavour

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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UZ Leuven
Anesthesiology
Heverlee, Belgium
Sponsor: UZ Leuven
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

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