Clinical Trial

3 mL Inhaled Methoxyflurane for Intrauterine Device (IUD) Insertion

Recruiting Phase 4
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Summary
Intrauterine device (IUD) insertion is a common contraceptive procedure often associated with moderate to severe pain, particularly among nulliparous individuals. Current pain management strategies, such as over-the-counter analgesics, are frequently inadequate. Methoxyflurane, a short-acting, self-administered inhaled analgesic, has been shown to provide rapid and effective pain relief in acute and procedural settings. This study aims to evaluate whether 3 mL of inhaled Methoxyflurane (via Penthrox inhaler) improves patient satisfaction by reducing pain and anxiety during IUD insertion.
Protocol Amendment History 2 changes
critical Recruitment opened 2026-04-28
notable Primary completion pushed: 2026-08 -> 2026-12 2026-04-28
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07295054
Lead Sponsor Women's College Hospital
Conditions IUD
Enrollment 110 participants
Start Date 2026-04-27
Primary Completion 2026-12 (estimated)
Study Completion 2027-02 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-05-11