Clinical trial for Alcohol Drinking
Official title Cannabis' Impact on Alcohol Consumption
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05389930
What this study is testing
What is THC-dominant cannabis?
An investigational cannabis product being studied for its effects on alcohol consumption.
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether THC-dominant cannabis changes how much heavy drinkers choose to drink alcohol. It also tests CBD-dominant cannabis against a pretend treatment.
- Who it's for
- You may join if you drink a lot in one session and use cannabis weekly.
- What's involved
- You will drink a small amount of alcohol or a pretend drink. Then you will take THC, CBD, or pretend cannabis. After that, you will choose whether to drink more or get money for not drinking. You will do this several times.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts a few weeks and you will visit the clinic several times.
- Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
- You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 50. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Age 21 to 50
- English-speaking
- cannabis smoking in past two months
- heavy drinking in past two months
- in good physical health and weighing \< 250 lbs
You likely can't join if
- positive pregnancy test
- nursing
- positive urine toxicology screen for drugs other than cannabis
- interest to quit or receive treatment for cannabis or alcohol use
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age 21 to 50
- English-speaking
- cannabis smoking in past two months
- heavy drinking in past two months
- in good physical health and weighing \< 250 lbs
- zero breath alcohol at each visit
- positive pregnancy test
- nursing
- positive urine toxicology screen for drugs other than cannabis
- interest to quit or receive treatment for cannabis or alcohol use
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 50 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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