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A Double-blind, Randomized, Placebo-controlled Study to Compare the Effectiveness of IV Acetaminophen Administered Intra-operatively in Reducing the Use of Opiates to Treat Post-operative Pain
In Brief
A Phase 4 clinical trial evaluating IV Acetaminophen and Saline Placebo for Lung Tumor. Completed, enrolled 16 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
We will study the efficacy of FDA approved intravenous (IV) acetaminophen ("Ofirmev", © 2011 Cadence Pharmaceuticals, Inc.) in reducing opioid consumption after minimally invasive thoracic surgery in a double blind randomized trial. This drug has been shown in Europe to reduce the need for patient controlled analgesia and the total dose of opioids, which have serious side effects in thoracic surgery patients. We will compare the use of IV patient-controlled morphine (PCA) in two groups of subjects in treating postoperative pain. We will determine if IV acetaminophen reduces post-operative morphine requirements (primary end point). We will also assess subject pain scores and post-operative complications associated with pain management as secondary end points. Our hypothesis is that the study arm receiving intravenous acetaminophen will have lower total morphine consumptions compared to the placebo group.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
1000mg IV Ofirmev given every six hours for a total of four doses.
Normal saline placebo given every six hours for a total of four doses if randomized to the placebo arm.