New hope for PTSD: experimental drug trial targets service members and veterans
NCT ID NCT06816433
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests an experimental drug called SLS-002 to see if it can safely reduce PTSD symptoms in active-duty service members, veterans, and civilians. About 200 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo twice a week for 8 weeks, then once a week for 4 more weeks. The main goal is to measure changes in PTSD severity and monitor for any side effects or suicidal thoughts.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Advanced Discovery Research
Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States
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Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC):
Fort Belvoir, Virginia, 22060-5285, United States
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Cincinnati Veteran's Affairs Medical Center
Fort Thomas, Kentucky, 41075, United States
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Homestead Associates in Research, Inc.
Miami, Florida, 33032, United States
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Madigan Army Medical Center
Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, 98433, United States
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Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC)
Tripler AMC, Hawaii, 96859, United States
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Upstate Clinical Research Associates, LLC
Williamsville, New York, 14221, United States
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Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMC)
Bethesda, Maryland, 20889-5632, United States
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Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center (WHASC)
San Antonio, Texas, 78236, United States
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