Clinical trials · San Diego, CA
Alcohol Use Disorder clinical trials in San Diego
We’re tracking 6 recruiting alcohol use disorder studies with a site in or near San Diego — including Early Phase 1 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Diego
- NCT07219966RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Brenipatide for alcohol use disorder
This trial tests an injectable medicine called brenipatide to help people with moderate-to-severe alcohol use disorder reduce or stop drinking. It is for adults who are motivated to change their drinking habits.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06582888RecruitingEarly Phase 1
VR attention test for smoking cravings
This study tests whether a virtual reality (VR) program can measure how your brain pays attention to smoking cues. It also involves taking a medication called varenicline (Chantix) to see if it reduces cravings. You may be eligible if you are a daily smoker, have been smoking for at least 3 years, and are not ready to quit in the next month.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 22 years+ - NCT06399653Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for alcohol use disorder in veterans
This study tests a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in your neck (the vagus nerve) to see if it can help reduce alcohol cravings and improve daily functioning. It is designed for veterans who struggle with heavy drinking and want to explore a new treatment option.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT05372029Recruiting
Study of animal-assisted therapy for alcohol use disorder
This trial studies whether animal-assisted therapy can help Veterans with alcohol use disorder, especially early after quitting or reducing alcohol. It may help with cravings or staying stable, but you must meet specific health and safety requirements.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07219953RecruitingPhase 3
Testing brenipatide for alcohol use disorder
This study tests an experimental medicine called brenipatide to help people reduce or stop drinking. It involves getting a daily injection and completing check-ins and questionnaires over several months.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07216872Recruiting
Deep TMS to reduce heavy drinking in alcohol use disorder
This trial tests a non-invasive brain stimulation device (Deep TMS) to help people with alcohol use disorder reduce or stop heavy drinking. It uses magnetic pulses to target brain areas linked to addiction.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–86
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Where these studies are running near San Diego
Institutions with a site for the recruiting alcohol use disorder studies listed above.
- Artemis Institute for Clinical Research · 2 studies
- VA San Diego Healthcare System · 2 studies
- Kadima Neuropsychiatry Institute
- University California, San Diego
What taking part in a alcohol use disorder study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting alcohol use disorder studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there alcohol use disorder clinical trials near San Diego?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 6 recruiting alcohol use disorder studies with a site near San Diego, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a alcohol use disorder study near San Diego?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Diego to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Diego, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a alcohol use disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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