Postoperative Pain Relief: High Dose Dexamethasone for Lung Surgery

We are studying whether a higher dose of Dexamethasone can reduce pain after video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in patients who typically experience high pain. This trial compares a high dose to a standard lower dose to find the best pain management approach.

≤3 months≤5 visitsEfficacy phase (II)No PlaceboStandard MedicinesInjectionInternal MedicineOrthopedics and TraumatologyOtolaryngologyPulmonology

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.

Dexavit

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.

Dexamethasone Disodium Phosphate
Dexamethasone disodium phosphate is a corticosteroid substance that reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune response.
Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate
Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a corticosteroid substance that reduces inflammation and suppresses the immune response.

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.

Aacidexam
Aflavis
Amexxine

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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Rigshospitalet
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Copenhagen, Denmark
Sponsor: Rigshospitalet
Last updated: Nov 27, 2025

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