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New treatment option for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
Official title Combining a Smartphone App With Medications to Manage Heavy Drinking
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06303778
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- One in 10 Veterans have an alcohol use disorder. However, few Veterans receive evidenced-based psychosocial interventions or medications to treat alcohol use disorder.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 80
You may be able to join if
- To be eligible, Veterans must be:
- 1) diagnosed with an AUD and report 4 HDD
- (defined as 5 standard drinks per day for men and 4 standard drinks per day for women) in prior 30-days
- 2) enrolled in VA primary care
- 3) planning to initiate MAUD, as determined by a medication order
You likely can't join if
- 1) past 30-day participation in VA or non-VA SUD treatment
- 2) prior episode of MAUD receipt in the last 30 days (initiation of a new episode of MAUD in the 7 days prior to screening allowed)
- 3) plans to be or are pregnant
- 4) severe psychiatric symptoms or psychosocial instability likely to prevent participation in the study protocol, as determined by the referring...
See the full eligibility criteria
- To be eligible, Veterans must be:
- 1) diagnosed with an AUD and report 4 HDD
- (defined as 5 standard drinks per day for men and 4 standard drinks per day for women) in prior 30-days
- 2) enrolled in VA primary care
- 3) planning to initiate MAUD, as determined by a medication order
- 4) between ages 18-80
- 5) willing to be assigned by chance
- 6) Android or iPhone smartphone owners
- 1) past 30-day participation in VA or non-VA SUD treatment
- 2) prior episode of MAUD receipt in the last 30 days (initiation of a new episode of MAUD in the 7 days prior to screening allowed)
- 3) plans to be or are pregnant
- 4) severe psychiatric symptoms or psychosocial instability likely to prevent participation in the study protocol, as determined by the referring provider. Veterans aged \>80 were excluded because ownership and use of...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
- Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
- Gainesville, Florida, United States
- Decatur, Georgia, United States
- Dublin, Georgia, United States
- Battle Creek, Michigan, United States
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- Omaha, Nebraska, United States
- Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Dallas, Texas, United States
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
- Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
- Seattle, Washington, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 80 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Phoenix, Arizona, United States; Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States; Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States; Gainesville, Florida, United States; Decatur, Georgia, United States; Dublin, Georgia, United States and 9 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.