RecruitingPhase 4NCT03858231

Opioids Versus Non-Opioids Postoperative After Knee Arthroscopic Surgery

The Effects of Combination Therapy of Opioids Versus Non-Opioids on Postoperative Pain Management After Knee Arthroscopic Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Study


Sponsor

Sanford Health

Enrollment

148 participants

Start Date

Oct 29, 2018

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The purpose of this study is to look at pain management with opioids versus non-opioids after knee arthroscopy. This study will determine 1) whether the most commonly used non-narcotic medications provide pain relief comparable with the most commonly prescribed narcotic medications in patients undergoing arthroscopic knee surgery, and 2) whether patients' characteristics (gender, pre-operative knee symptoms, workers compensation status and employment status) affect pain level following surgery or medication usage.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 80 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a drug called Acetaminophen 325Mg Tab, a drug called Ibuprofen 600 mg, and others for people with knee injuries, opioid use, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years to 80 Years.

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Interventions

DRUGNorco 5Mg-325Mg Tablet

1 tablet up to 4 times per day for 7 days

DRUGIbuprofen 600 mg

1 tablet up to 4 times per day for 7 days

DRUGAcetaminophen 325Mg Tab

1 tablet up to 4 times per day for 7 days


Locations(1)

Sanford Health

Fargo, North Dakota, United States

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