Clinical trials · Texas
Alcohol Use Disorder clinical trials in Texas
We’re tracking 25 recruiting alcohol use disorder studies with a site in Texas — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Texas
- NCT07788716Recruiting
Reactions to drink cues in alcohol use disorder
This study looks at how people with alcohol use disorder react to the sight and smell of their favorite alcoholic drinks compared to non-alcoholic versions. You'll need to avoid alcohol before each session.
Dallas, TexasAges 21–70 - 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.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07218354RecruitingPhase 3
Medication for reducing alcohol use in veterans
This study tests whether a medication (semaglutide) can help veterans reduce or stop drinking alcohol. It is for veterans who drink heavily and have alcohol use disorder, and who are interested in cutting down.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–80 - 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.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT05838274Recruiting
Study of alcohol effects and brain scans in bipolar disorder
This study gives a controlled amount of alcohol and uses brain MRI scans to understand how alcohol affects people with bipolar disorder. It may help researchers find brain and behavior patterns that explain differences in alcohol responses.
Austin, TexasAges 21–26 - NCT05959434RecruitingPhase 2
Therapy program to reduce drinking relapse and PTSD symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests a combined therapy approach for people who have both alcohol use disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It aims to help you process stressful memories and lower the chances of relapse back to heavy drinking.
College Station, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06648642Recruiting
MRI-guided brain stimulation for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a new type of brain stimulation, guided by MRI and a robot, can help reduce heavy drinking in people with alcohol use disorder. The treatment is non-invasive and aims to improve brain function related to cravings.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06679062RecruitingPhase 2
Suvorexant for alcohol use disorder and PTSD
This study tests whether the sleep medication suvorexant can help people with both alcohol use disorder and PTSD. If you're struggling with drinking, PTSD symptoms, and poor sleep, this trial may offer a new treatment option.
Houston, TexasAges 21–65 - NCT07281261Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a mild nerve stimulation device (tAN) can help reduce alcohol cravings and withdrawal. It's for people with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder who are going through withdrawal and do not use tobacco.
Houston, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT06712446Recruiting
Brain stimulation plus future thinking for methamphetamine use
This study tests whether combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (TMS) with a mental exercise called 'episodic future thinking' can help people reduce methamphetamine use. TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain areas linked to addiction, and episodic future thinking involves imagining positive future events to reduce cravings.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07490600Recruiting
Testing brain stimulation and rewards for quitting cocaine
This trial combines deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) with a reward program (contingency management) to help people stop using cocaine. It may help if you are struggling with moderate to severe cocaine use and want a non-drug treatment.
Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07420283RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Brenipatide for opioid use disorder
This trial tests a new medicine called Brenipatide for people with opioid use disorder who are already taking buprenorphine but still occasionally use non-prescribed opioids. It aims to see if the study drug can help reduce opioid use.
DeSoto, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT04811014RecruitingPhase 4
Helping young adults stop opioids after an emergency visit
This study offers an engagement program for young people who tested positive for opioids and meet criteria for opioid dependence. The goal is to help participants stop opioid use safely and learn whether this approach works well in the real-world emergency setting.
Houston, TexasAges 13–17 - NCT07227948RecruitingPhase 2
Testing semaglutide for cocaine use disorder
This study tests whether semaglutide, a medication used for weight management, can help reduce cocaine use in people with cocaine use disorder. You may qualify if you have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher and recently used cocaine.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05800899Recruiting
Brief counseling program for alcohol-related injuries in Latinxs
This trial tests a culturally tailored, short counseling session for people who are Latinx and have alcohol-related injuries. It aims to reduce health disparities by helping improve treatment access and outcomes after an injury.
El Paso, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06303778Recruiting
App and medication study to reduce heavy drinking
This study tests if using a smartphone app along with medication can help Veterans reduce heavy drinking. You will be randomly assigned to one of two groups to see which approach works better.
San Antonio, TexasAges 18–80 - NCT06290778Enrolling by invitation
Mental health prevention training for fire fighter trainees
This study tests a program where peers teach emotion regulation skills to help prevent mental health issues in new fire fighters. You would be asked to complete surveys and attend training sessions.
Waco, TexasAges 21 years+ - NCT06002633Recruiting
Alcohol effects and brain responses in PTSD
This study explores how people with PTSD respond to alcohol and how their brains handle approach or avoidance situations. You may participate if you drink alcohol occasionally and are between 21 and 60 years old.
Austin, TexasAges 21–60 - NCT06457841Recruiting
Stress and Resilience in Afro-Descent Adults
This study looks at how stress and resilience affect people who use alcohol or cannabis to cope. It's for adults of Afro-descent who have used alcohol or cannabis at least a few times recently and are not in treatment for substance use.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–30 - NCT06424184Recruiting
Fast brain stimulation for addiction and depression
This study tests a quick, non-invasive brain stimulation method (rTMS) to help people who use stimulants like cocaine or methamphetamine and also feel depressed. The goal is to see if it can reduce cravings and improve mood.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07418424Enrolling by invitation
Writing exercise to help college seniors drink less alcohol
This study tests whether a guided writing exercise can help college seniors make healthier decisions about alcohol. You will attend three virtual sessions and share your experiences with drinking.
Houston, TexasAges 18–25 - NCT06115252Recruiting
Brain scan study for young adults responding to programs
This study uses brain scans and follow-up surveys to understand how young adults respond to programs. It may help if you are a right-handed young adult without a history of brain injury or certain mental health conditions.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–24 - NCT07644052RecruitingPhase 3
A medication to ease cannabis withdrawal symptoms
This study tests whether a medication called PP-01 can help reduce cravings and uncomfortable symptoms when people stop using cannabis. If you're a heavy cannabis user who wants to quit and experiences withdrawal symptoms, this trial may help you manage the difficult transition.
Austin, TexasAges 18–55 - NCT03396276Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Emergency system to help people stop opioid misuse
This Phase 4 study tests an “emergency opioid engagement system” that aims to help people who are opioid-dependent start stopping opioid use. If you’re willing to stop and can safely participate, the program may offer structured support when you’re in the emergency setting.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+
Alcohol Use Disorder trials by city in Texas
Where these studies are running in Texas
Institutions with a site for the recruiting alcohol use disorder studies listed above.
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 6 studies
- Adams Clinical · 3 studies
- University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center · 3 studies
- Biopharma Informatic, LLC · 2 studies
- University of Texas at Austin · 2 studies
- VA North Texas Health Care System Dallas VA Medical Center · 2 studies
- Community Clinical Research
- MacArthur Clinic
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.
Alcohol Use Disorder trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there alcohol use disorder clinical trials in Texas?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 25 recruiting alcohol use disorder studies with a site in Texas, 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 in Texas?
- 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 Texas to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Texas, 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.
Not the right time?
New alcohol use disorder studies open in Texas regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.