Could this pill curb the urge to pull hair? new trial seeks answers
NCT ID NCT05207085
First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tests whether a daily medication called valbenazine can reduce hair-pulling in adults with trichotillomania. About 20 people will receive either the drug or a placebo for 12 weeks, followed by 12 weeks where everyone gets the drug. The goal is to see if the drug safely eases symptoms and improves quality of life.
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Yale Child Study Center
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