CBD shown to curb alcohol cravings? phase 2 trial launches.
NCT ID NCT07279558
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study is testing whether cannabidiol (CBD) can help people who drink alcohol regularly cut down on their drinking. Researchers are giving 150 adults either full-spectrum CBD, broad-spectrum CBD, or a placebo daily for 12 weeks. They will measure how much participants drink in a lab setting and through self-reports, as well as blood markers of alcohol use. The goal is to see if CBD can be a safe, effective tool for managing alcohol use disorder.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Cannabidiol (CBD) – either full-spectrum (with trace THC) or broad-spectrum (no THC)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a new, non-addictive option to help people drink less and avoid alcohol-related harm.
- What could go wrong
- This is a mid-stage trial with only 150 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. CBD may not reduce drinking more than a placebo, and some people may experience side effects.
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Conditions
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University of Colorado School of Medicine- Anschutz Medical Campus
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