Can a Parkinson's patch curb cocaine cravings? new trial aims to find out
NCT ID NCT05886582
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study tests whether a skin patch containing rotigotine, a drug already approved for Parkinson's disease, can help people with cocaine use disorder cut down on cocaine use and improve thinking skills. About 40 adults aged 25-70 with moderate to severe cocaine use disorder will receive either the rotigotine patch or a placebo patch, along with standard behavioral therapy. The goal is to see if the patch reduces cocaine-positive urine tests and boosts activity in brain areas linked to self-control.
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