Could a diabetes drug curb alcohol cravings? new trial investigates

NCT ID NCT06727331

First seen Nov 19, 2025 · Last updated May 20, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This small pilot study is testing whether tirzepatide, a drug used for diabetes, can help people with alcohol use disorder reduce their cravings for alcohol. Twenty adults will receive weekly injections of either tirzepatide or a placebo for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if the drug lowers cue-triggered cravings and is safe to use for this condition.

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Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, 02130, United States

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  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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