New hope for PTSD: experimental drug trial targets service members and veterans

NCT ID NCT06816433

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 11, 2026 · Updated 27 times

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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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Advanced Discovery Research

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, United States

  • Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center (ATAMMC):

    Fort Belvoir, Virginia, 22060-5285, United States

  • Cincinnati Veteran's Affairs Medical Center

    Fort Thomas, Kentucky, 41075, United States

  • Homestead Associates in Research, Inc.

    Miami, Florida, 33032, United States

  • Madigan Army Medical Center

    Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, 98433, United States

  • Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC)

    Tripler AMC, Hawaii, 96859, United States

  • Upstate Clinical Research Associates, LLC

    Williamsville, New York, 14221, United States

  • Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMC)

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20889-5632, United States

  • Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center (WHASC)

    San Antonio, Texas, 78236, United States

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