Comparing the Efficacy of Pregabalin and Hydroxyzine on the Anxiety Score

Mise à jour : Il y a 4 ans
Référence : NCT01675986

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The insertion of long-lasting intravenous device is done under local anesthesia. Currently, in the investigators hospital, no premedication is given to the patients. However, this procedure occurs in a particular emotional context related to the diagnosis of cancer or malign hemopathies. Therefore, administration of a sedative or anxiolytic drugs before the start of the procedure can be questionable. Hydroxyzine is the reference molecule for premedication because of its anxiolytic and anti-histaminic properties A new agent, pregabalin, shares also the same properties The main objective of this study was to compare the efficacy of pregabalin and hydroxyzine on the anxiety score as a premedication during the insertion of long-lasting intravenous device under local anesthesia.


Critère d'inclusion

  • Feeling Anxious

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