Could a common heart drug curb severe autism behaviors?
NCT ID NCT07091279
First seen Nov 06, 2025 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tests whether propranolol, a drug used for high blood pressure, can safely reduce severe behaviors like aggression and self-injury in autistic people aged 12-40. Participants are randomly assigned to take propranolol or a placebo daily for 12 weeks, with the option to receive propranolol for another 12 weeks afterward. The goal is to see if the drug improves behavior and quality of life.
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Center for Autism and the Developing Brain
RECRUITINGWhite Plains, New York, 10605, United States
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