Brain drug shows promise in understanding Alcohol-ADHD link

NCT ID NCT03904498

First seen May 11, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looked at how a drug called tolcapone affects people who have both alcohol use disorder and ADHD. Researchers measured how the drug changed their response to alcohol, decision-making, and brain activity. The goal was to learn more about the connection between these conditions, not to provide treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

    Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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