Could a blood pressure drug curb alcohol cravings?

NCT ID NCT04135846

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a drug that blocks alpha-1 receptors can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less and feel less craving. About 184 adults who want to cut back or quit drinking will take the drug or a placebo and report their drinking and cravings. The goal is to see if targeting stress-related brain pathways can reduce alcohol use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Brown University

    RECRUITING

    Providence, Rhode Island, 20923, United States

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