A randomised controlled trial of intra-muscular Lorazepam versus intra-muscular Haloperidol and Promethazine in the management of psychotic agitations and aggressio
Completed
- Conditions
- Serious mental illnesses combined with overt aggression or agitationMental and Behavioural DisordersOvert aggression or agitation
- Registration Number
- ISRCTN29863938
- Lead Sponsor
- Christian Medical College and Hospital (India)
- Brief Summary
Not available
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- Completed
- Sex
- Not specified
- Target Recruitment
- 200
Inclusion Criteria
Patients need acute intramuscular sedation because of disturbed and dangerous behaviour as decided by the attending physician.
Exclusion Criteria
1. The clinician believes that one of the two treatments represents an additional risk for the patient
2. Feels that one of the two treatments is definitely indicated for a given patient
Study & Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Study Design
- Not specified
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method