Could a blood pressure drug curb alcohol cravings?

NCT ID NCT04135846

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study tests whether a medication that blocks alpha-1 receptors can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less and feel less craving. Researchers want to understand how stress plays a role in drinking. About 184 adults who want to cut back or quit drinking will take the drug or a placebo and report their drinking habits and cravings over time.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Brown University

    RECRUITING

    Providence, Rhode Island, 20923, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-••••

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