Can talking therapy cut alcohol use and save lives in TB and HIV patients?
NCT ID NCT04230395
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a 4-session behavioral program to reduce alcohol use in 450 people with TB and HIV in India. Unhealthy drinking can worsen TB and HIV outcomes. The program is added to usual care, and researchers will check if it lowers alcohol use and improves health. The goal is to see if this approach is practical and cost-effective in real-world clinics.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
behavioral intervention (motivational enhancement therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide an effective way to reduce alcohol use and improve TB and HIV treatment outcomes in India.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral intervention, not a drug, so results depend on patient participation. The study is also specific to India, so findings may not apply elsewhere.
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Conditions
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Locations
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BJ Government Medical College and Sassoon General Hospital
Pune, Maharashtra, 4110001, India
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Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College
Pune, Maharashtra, 411018, India