Mirror-Image meth: scientists compare two forms of the drug
NCT ID NCT06746831
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study will give 17 healthy adults three different versions of methamphetamine to see how the body processes each one. Meth comes in two mirror-image forms: S-meth, a strong stimulant used for ADHD, and R-meth, a weaker form found in some nasal sprays. Researchers will measure drug levels in blood, urine, and saliva, and test thinking skills after each dose.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- S-(+)-methamphetamine and R-(-)-methamphetamine
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help understand how different forms of methamphetamine affect people, potentially informing safer use or new treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small, early-stage study in healthy volunteers, not patients. It measures drug effects in a lab setting, so results may not apply to real-world use or lead to any treatment.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Wisconsin
Madison, Wisconsin, 53705, United States