Ketone drink may ease alcohol withdrawal symptoms

NCT ID NCT06173973

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a ketone supplement called Kenetik can reduce withdrawal symptoms in people undergoing alcohol detox. Fifty adults with alcohol use disorder will receive either the supplement or a placebo drink during their 5-day inpatient treatment. The goal is to see if the supplement lowers the need for standard withdrawal medication.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

alcohol abuse alcohol dependence alcohol withdrawal Ketosis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Caron Treatment Center

    Wernersville, Pennsylvania, 19565, United States

  • University of Pennsylvania Center for Studies of Addiction

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States