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Rapid sedation
Rapid sedation induces quick-onset central nervous system depression to facilitate anesthesia or acute sedation.
Rapid sedation induces quick-onset central nervous system depression to facilitate anesthesia or acute sedation. Used for Rapid sedation for anesthesia or acute medical procedures.
At a glance
| Generic name | Rapid sedation |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | University of Southern Denmark |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Anesthesia/Sedation |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
The drug is designed to achieve sedation with a rapid onset profile, likely through GABAergic or other CNS-depressant pathways. The specific molecular mechanism is not publicly detailed in available literature for this University of Southern Denmark investigational program.
Approved indications
- Rapid sedation for anesthesia or acute medical procedures
Common side effects
- Respiratory depression
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
Key clinical trials
- Volatile Organic Compound Assessment in Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma (VAPOR2)
- THRIVE in Sedated Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- Tubeless Strategy in Lung Transplantation: A Prospective Single-Arm Study (NA)
- A Comparative Study Between Combination of Propofol and Dexmedetomidine Versus Propofol Alone in Anesthesia for Rigid Bronchoscopy by Using the Patient State Index Monitor (PHASE4)
- RanDOmized stUdy Comparing Both Latest Generation Self-Expanding Valves and a Minimalist approaCH vs. Standard Of Care In transCathEter Aortic Valve Implantation (NA)
- Targeted Hypothermia Versus Targeted Normothermia After Convulsive Refractory Status Epilepticus (PHASE3)
- Comparison of Peri-intubation Oxygenation Values and Complications in Patients Intubated With the Delayed Versus Rapid Sequence Intubation Protocols (NA)
- Midazolam Alone Versus Midazolam With Ketorolac for Sedation During Flexible Bronchoscopy. (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
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