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NCT Number: NCT07421427

Adding Amantadine or Duloxetine to Pregabalin on Occurrence of Post Mastectomy Pain Syndrome

This study aims to evaluate the additive effect of Amantadine or Duloxetine to Pregabalin on development of post mastectomy pain syndrome

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Key information

Age range

18 year–65 year

Sex eligibility

Female

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Cairo University

Cairo, 12613, Egypt

Location status: Recruiting

Location contact

Ahmed S Mohammed, MD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

Hossam H Sayed, MSc

CONTACT

[email protected]

00201144692302

Raafat M Reyad, MD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

Reham M Gamal, MD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

Salma Abd Elmooty, MD

SUB_INVESTIGATOR

About this study

Post mastectomy pain syndrome (PMPS) is considered one of the most common types of CPSP with incidence ranging between 20% - 50%.

Pregabalin is one of the drugs that can reduce the excitability of the dorsal horn neurons. It is a γ-aminobutyric acid analogue that binds to α2-δ subunits of the voltage-gated calcium channels in the central nervous system.

Duloxetine is an SNRI that increases serotonin and norepinephrine levels in the central nervous system, which helps modulate pain pathways. Originally developed for depression and anxiety, it is also used for chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic musculoskeletal pain.

Amantadine is a noncompetitive antagonist of N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptors. These receptors play a significant role in the development of central sensitization, acute opioid tolerance, and opioid-induced hyperalgesia.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Age from 18 to 65 years.
  • American society of anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical status II, III.
  • Body mass index (BMI): (20-40) kg/m2.
  • Type of surgery: patients undergoing modified radical mastectomy for breast cancer.

Exclusion criteria

  • Patient refusal.
  • Patients with Known sensitivity or contraindication to drug used in the study.
  • History of psychological disorders and/or chronic pain and drug abuse patients.
  • Previous administration of antidepressants, anticonvulsants, or opioids before surgery.
  • Severe respiratory or cardiac disorders.
  • Advanced liver or kidney disease.
  • Previous breast surgery

Treatment and study plan

Pregabalin

Drug

Two hours preoperative patient will receive one capsule of Pregabalin 75 mg (Lyrica 75 mg, Viatris) and) and one placebo tablet and will continue on both of them twice daily for seven days postoperative

Pregabalin + Amantadine

Drug

Two hours preoperative patient will receive one capsule of pregabalin 75 mg (Lyrica 75 mg, Viatris) and one tablet of Amantadine 100 mg (PK-Merz 100 mg, MERZ Pharma) and will continue on both twice daily for seven days postoperative.

Pregabalin + Duloxetine

Drug

Two hours preoperative patient will receive one capsule of pregabalin 75 mg (Lyrica 75 mg, Viatris) and one capsule of Duloxetine 30 mg (Cymbatex 30 mg, EVA Pharma) and will continue on both twice daily for seven days postoperative.

Primary outcomes

  1. The rate of occurrence of post mastectomy pain syndrome

    Time frame: 12 weeks post-procedure

    The rate of occurrence of post mastectomy pain syndrome will be recorded according to Grading system for neuropathic pain (GSNP). GSNP is as follows: Grade 1 (unlikely), Grade 2 (possible), Grade 3 (probable), and Grade 4 (definite), the patients will be considered positive regarding incidence being in grade 3 or 4.

Secondary outcomes

  1. Patient's Quality of life

    Time frame: 12 weeks post-procedure

    Patient's Quality of life will be assessed using Flanagan Quality of Life Scale (QOLS) which is a 16-item (domain) questionnaire with each item scored from 1 to 7 points. The scale will be explained to the patients and the total score will be calculated and recorded at the preoperative assessment (baseline) and at postoperative weeks 2, 4, 8,12.

  2. Patient's activity level

    Time frame: 12 weeks post-procedure

    Postoperative patient's activity level will be assessed using Barthel Activities of Daily Living scale (ADL). This scale comprises 10 basic daily activities (bowel, bladder, feeding, toilet, bathing, dressing, grooming, walking, stairs and transfer) with each item scored as 0 = need complete help, 1 = need some help or 2 = need no help.

  3. Degree of pain

    Time frame: 12 weeks post-procedure

    Each patient will be instructed about postoperative pain assessment with the numeric rating scale (NRS). NRS (0 represents "no pain" while 10 represents "the worst pain imaginable").

  4. Total amount of fentanyl

    Time frame: Intraoperatively

    Total amount of fentanyl consumed intraoperative will be recorded.

  5. Total amount of morphine consumption

    Time frame: 48 hours post-procedure

    Rescue analgesia will be provided in the form of IV morphine 3 mg boluses if the patient indicates numeric rating scale (NRS)≥ 4.

  6. Incidence of side effects related to Pregabalin

    Time frame: 48 hours post-procedure

    Incidence of side effects related to Pregabalin such as headaches, feeling sleepy, tired or dizzy, diarrhea, mood changes, swollen hands, arms, legs and feet, blurred vision, erectile dysfunction, weight gain, and memory problems will be recorded.

  7. Incidence of side effects related to Amantadine

    Time frame: 48 hours post-procedure

    Incidence of side effects related to Amantadine such as dry mouth, constipation, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, abnormal dreams, headache, confusion, drowsiness, tiredness, uncontrollable tightening of muscles, and lace-like purple pattern on skin will be recorded.

  8. Incidence of side effects related to duloxetine

    Time frame: 48 hours post-procedure

    Incidence of side effects related to duloxetine such as dry mouth, constipation, loss of appetite, fatigue, drowsiness, or increased sweating. Some people may experience dizziness, headache, or insomnia will be recoded.

Study contacts

Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.

Hossam H Sayed, MSc

CONTACT

[email protected]

00201144692302

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Cairo University

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Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Adding Amantadine or Duloxetine to Pregabalin on Occurrence of Post Mastectomy Pain Syndrome; Randomized Controlled Study

Important dates

Study start
2026
Primary completion
2027
Study completion
2027
First posted
Feb 19, 2026
Registry last updated
Feb 24, 2026

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