Can a cannabis drug soothe Alzheimer's agitation? new trial aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT07422311

First seen Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tests whether dronabinol, a cannabis-based oral solution, can reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease. About 140 adults aged 50-90 will receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks, followed by a 6-month period where everyone gets dronabinol. The goal is to see if the drug helps calm restlessness and aggression without major side effects.

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Locations

  • Finders Medical Center

    Bedford Park, SA Adelaide, 5042, Australia

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