Recruiting PHASE2 Chronic Neuropathic Pain

New treatment option for Chronic Neuropathic Pain

Official title Psilocybin for Enhanced Analgesia in Chronic nEuropathic PAIN

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06731335

What this study is testing

What is Psilocybin?

Psilocybin is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for chronic neuropathic pain.

Also referred to as Psychotherapy.

Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment - it is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.

What it's testing
This is a feasibility study to examine the use of use of Psilocybin (magic mushrooms) to alleviate pain in chronic neuropathic pain. While theoretical mechanisms demonstrate promise, there is no clinical evidence.
  • Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.

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 65

You may be able to join if

  • 18-65 years of age
  • Diagnosis of chronic neuropathic pain as determined by a pain specialist
  • Moderate-to-severe neuropathic pain determined by Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS)
  • Previous trials of at least two medications recommended in the Canadian consensus guidelines on the management of neuropathic pain with no...
  • Sufficient command of English to participate in psychotherapy

You likely can't join if

  • History of Dextromethorphan addiction or abuse.
  • Enzyme CYP2D6 deficient as shown on the pharmacogenetic test.
  • Underlying psychiatric conditions: lifetime or family history of a primary psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder...
  • Medications that interact with study drugs
  • Medical condition that is unstable or inadequately controlled, including cardiovascular disease, liver disease, or end-stage renal disease
  • Previous lifetime use of a serotonergic psychedelic drug
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • 18-65 years of age
  • Diagnosis of chronic neuropathic pain as determined by a pain specialist
  • Moderate-to-severe neuropathic pain determined by Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS)
  • Previous trials of at least two medications recommended in the Canadian consensus guidelines on the management of neuropathic pain with no self-reported meaningful improvement in symptoms
  • Sufficient command of English to participate in psychotherapy
  • For participants of childbearing potential, use of a highly effective or double-barrier methods of contraception.
What rules you out
  • History of Dextromethorphan addiction or abuse.
  • Enzyme CYP2D6 deficient as shown on the pharmacogenetic test.
  • Underlying psychiatric conditions: lifetime or family history of a primary psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, paranoid personality disorder, current suicidal ideation, and substance...
  • Medications that interact with study drugs
  • Medical condition that is unstable or inadequately controlled, including cardiovascular disease, liver disease, or end-stage renal disease
  • Previous lifetime use of a serotonergic psychedelic drug
  • Nursing or pregnant women.
  • Any other clinically significant medical illness that, in the opinion of the investigator, may interfere with the interpretation of the study results or constitute a health risk for the participant if they take part in...

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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.