Could a common alcoholism drug restore sight in retinal disease?
NCT ID NCT06319872
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This early-stage study tests whether disulfiram (Antabuse), a drug used for alcohol use disorder, can improve vision in people with retinal degeneration (like macular degeneration or retinitis pigmentosa). Researchers believe it may reduce harmful activity in the retina. The study involves 15 adults who already take disulfiram for alcohol use and have vision loss.
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Flaum Eye Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center
RECRUITINGRochester, New York, 14642, United States
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