National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida)
Clinical trials sponsored by National Institute On Drug Abuse (nida), explained in plain language.
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Could a diabetes shot curb alcohol cravings? new trial investigates
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether semaglutide, a drug used for diabetes and weight loss, can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. About 80 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo shot weekly for 5 months. Researchers will measure changes in drinking, brain activity, …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a Naltrexone-Bupropion combo curb meth addiction? new trial seeks answers
Disease control OngoingThis Phase 3 trial tests whether a combination of extended-release naltrexone (Vivitrol) and bupropion XL (Wellbutrin) can help people with moderate to severe methamphetamine use disorder reduce their drug use. About 360 participants will receive either the active drugs or placeb…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New tool aims to improve how we track street opioid use
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new interview tool called the Opioid Timeline Follow-Back (OpiTLFB) to better track nonmedical opioid use, including fentanyl. Thirty adults who use opioids at least once a week will fill out a calendar and answer questions about their drug use over the past 30…
Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Zapping the brain to make better choices: a new hope for opioid addiction?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looks at whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can change how people with opioid use disorder and healthy volunteers make risky or uncertain decisions. Participants will have MRI scans and computer tasks, and some will receive real or sham TMS. The goal is to…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC