Could a common heart drug curb aggression in autism?

NCT ID NCT07091279

First seen Nov 06, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 23 times

Summary

This study tests whether propranolol, a drug used for high blood pressure, can reduce challenging behaviors like aggression and self-injury in autistic adolescents and adults. Sixty participants aged 12-40 will receive either propranolol or a placebo daily for 12 weeks, with an option to take the real drug for another 12 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and effective for managing these severe behaviors.

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  • Center for Autism and the Developing Brain

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    White Plains, New York, 10605, United States

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    Staten Island, New York, 10314, United States

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