Clinical trials
Alcohol Abuse clinical trials
Below are recruiting alcohol abuse clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 44 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT02535702Recruiting
Brain scan study to measure addiction biology
This study uses brain imaging (MRI) and tasks to better understand what’s happening in the brain in addiction. It may help researchers improve how addiction is studied and measured using brain-based methods.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT04714892Recruiting
Taste and smell differences in obesity
This study looks at how taste and smell may differ in people with obesity compared to healthy-weight individuals. It aims to understand why some people perceive flavors differently, which could help develop better treatments for weight management.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT03407079RecruitingPhase 2
Study of sucralose’s effects on digestion of drugs
This study tests whether the sugar substitute sucralose changes how your body absorbs and breaks down certain medicines. You’d take sucralose or a placebo for 4 weeks, visit the clinic, and complete required samples and medicine doses during visits.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT07456579Enrolling by invitation
Alcohol and cannabis use in pregnancy
This study looks at alcohol and cannabis use during pregnancy by asking new mothers about their habits and testing newborn stool samples (meconium). The goal is to understand how common these substances are among pregnant women in Slovenia and how they might affect babies.
LjubljanaAges Any age - NCT06771843Recruiting
Helping men with HIV reduce drinking and improve HIV prevention
This study tests whether helping men with HIV who also drink heavily can lower their alcohol use and improve how well HIV treatment works to prevent passing the virus to others. It's for men living in fishing communities in Uganda.
KampalaAges 18 years+ - NCT05246202Recruiting
Personalized feedback program for anxious Hispanic/Latinx drinkers
This study tests whether personalized feedback can help adults who have anxiety and a risky drinking pattern reduce drinking and feel better. It focuses on Spanish-speaking Hispanic/Latinx adults and is meant to be supportive rather than judgmental.
Houston, TexasAges 21–75 - NCT06247306Recruiting
Neurofeedback and stress in alcohol use
This study uses a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to help understand how stress and drinking are linked. You would use your smartphone to participate, and the goal is to find better ways to manage alcohol use.
Mannheim, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–65 - NCT04971577RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Simvastatin for alcohol-related liver scarring in stable adults
This trial studies whether simvastatin (a cholesterol medicine) can improve or slow scarring of the liver caused by long-term alcohol use. Participants must have confirmed liver fibrosis on biopsy and be in a stable (compensated) phase of liver disease.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06367348Recruiting
Couples program to cut alcohol use in Malawi
This study tests a program that helps couples in Malawi reduce alcohol use and strengthen their relationship. It is for people living with HIV who are in a long-term relationship and ready to work together with their partner.
ZombaAges 18 years+ - NCT00439049Recruiting
Screening for substance-abuse treatment readiness
This study helps check whether people who want help for substance use (like cocaine, opiates, or alcohol) are ready to start a treatment program. It may improve how treatment is matched and started, though you must be able to commit for several months.
Houston, TexasAges 18–60 - NCT05743699Recruiting
Bright Horizons program for Native teens with recent binge drinking
This study tests the Bright Horizons program to help Native American youth who recently had a binge alcohol event. It looks at whether support and skills can reduce risky drinking and improve safety and wellbeing.
Whiteriver, ArizonaAges 10–24 - NCT06416059Recruiting
Smartphone support for Black adults who drink heavily and feel anxious
This study is testing a smartphone app designed to help Black adults who drink heavily and also feel anxious. The app provides tools to reduce drinking and manage anxiety, all from your phone.
Houston, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT05361603Recruiting
Screening for hepatitis B, C, and HIV at the same time
This trial tests how acceptable it is for people who use services outside traditional clinics to be screened for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV during the same visit. If you join, you would be asked to participate and provide consent for the screening process.
Limoges, Haute VienneAges 18 years+ - NCT07305701Recruiting
Study on Medical Students' Mental Health
This study follows first-year health students at the University of Orléans to understand their mental health over time. It aims to find ways to support students' well-being during their studies.
Orléans, LoiretAges 18 years+ - NCT02604277Recruiting
Study of suicidal behavior in people with bipolar disorder
This study looks at suicidal thoughts or behaviors in people diagnosed with bipolar disorder. It may help researchers understand what leads to suicidal risk and how to better support safety and treatment.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–64 - NCT06860607RecruitingPhase 1
Environment and Alcohol: A Pilot Study
A pilot study exploring the interaction between environment and alcohol consumption in individuals with alcohol use disorder (AUD), using smartphone-based ecological momentary assessment (EMA).
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21–100 - NCT06552741Recruiting
Screening for substance and alcohol use studies
This study screens people with or without past or current substance or alcohol use problems. It helps the researchers see if you might qualify for other studies at the NIDA research center.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–99 - NCT05807139RecruitingPhase 1
Spironolactone for alcohol use disorder
This Phase 1 study tests whether spironolactone (a medicine that affects salt and hormone balance) is safe and potentially helpful in people with alcohol use disorder. You may be eligible if you are currently drinking heavily, have low alcohol withdrawal symptoms, and meet several lab and medication safety rules.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 21–99 - NCT06676059Recruiting
Substance use monitoring study with a smartphone app
This study uses a smartphone app and daily surveys to track alcohol or drug use. It aims to create a database for future research on addiction patterns and recovery.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–120 - NCT06880705Recruiting
Trans-Led Care Study for alcohol and drug support
This study is testing a program designed by and for transgender adults to help with alcohol or drug use problems. It looks at whether a supportive, community-based approach can improve health and well-being.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for alcohol abuse?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 44 recruiting alcohol abuse studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a alcohol abuse trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a alcohol abuse trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.