Clinical trials
Alcohol clinical trials
Below are recruiting alcohol clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 527 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06571474Recruiting
Fat Cell Function in Obesity and Metabolism Study
This study looks at how a type of immune cell (macrophage) in fat tissue processes lipids, and how that affects metabolism in people with different body weights. It may help us understand why some people with obesity develop diabetes and fatty liver while others do not.
Columbia, MissouriAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT06559878Enrolling by invitation
Liver Mitochondria Study in Fatty Liver Disease
This study looks at how the liver's mitochondria (the energy powerhouses of cells) work in people with fatty liver disease. Participants will have an MRI scan and receive a small amount of fat solution through an IV to see how the liver processes fat.
Helsinki, UusimaaAges 18–75 - NCT03262259Recruiting
Testing a global smart drinking goals program
This study looks at a “smart drinking goals” program for teens and adults. If it helps, it could guide safer drinking choices and goal-setting in everyday life.
Calverton, MarylandAges 12 years+ - NCT06535867Recruiting
Comparing phone-based vs. in-person mouth cancer screening in rural India
This study compares two ways to find early signs of mouth cancer or conditions that could lead to cancer. One method uses a simple phone-based health check, and the other uses standard in-person screening. People in rural areas of Varanasi who are at risk—such as those who use tobacco or have mouth sores—may be able to join.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06519162Recruiting
Liver-gut link study for liver disease patients and their families
This study looks at how gut bacteria differ in people with specific liver diseases and their household contacts. It may help researchers understand the connection between the liver and gut.
Daejeon, Jung-guAges 19 years+ - NCT06501677Recruiting
Web program for couples concerned about drinking
This trial tests a web-based program for couples where one partner is concerned about their drinking. You and your partner will use a smartphone app to share daily feelings and drinking habits, with the goal of reducing risky drinking.
Portland, OregonAges 18 years+ - NCT06489782Recruiting
New approach to test alcohol use disorder medications
This study tests a new way to quickly screen medications for alcohol use disorder (AUD). You will have lab sessions where your drinking is monitored to see how different medicines affect your alcohol use.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–65 - NCT06472973Recruiting
Addiction support after liver transplant
This trial tests a special addiction support program for people who have had a liver transplant because of alcohol-related liver disease. The goal is to help them stay healthy and avoid drinking again.
BesançonAges 18 years+ - NCT06477146RecruitingPhase 2
Milk thistle for fatty liver in children and young adults
This trial tests whether milk thistle can help children and young adults with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), a condition where fat builds up in the liver unrelated to alcohol use. It aims to see if the supplement can lower liver enzymes and improve liver health.
Cleveland, OhioAges 9–22 - NCT05620940RecruitingPhase 1
IV drug safety and absorption study in healthy men
This Phase 1 study tests two experimental medicines given by IV to healthy men. It checks safety and how the body absorbs and processes the drugs (their “pharmacokinetic” profile).
Herston, QueenslandAges 18–55 - NCT06152250Recruiting
Fatty liver inflammation study with liver biopsy
This study looks at how the liver's immune environment changes in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) that has progressed to significant scarring. Researchers will use a liver biopsy to understand the inflammation better, which may lead to new treatments.
Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAges 18 years+ - NCT06395467Recruiting
Integrated treatment for teens with substance use disorder
This trial tests a treatment program for teens and young adults with substance use disorders. It includes family members and is designed to support recovery and personal growth.
Farmington, ConnecticutAges 14–21 - NCT06374875RecruitingPhase 4
Does metabolic surgery reduce liver scarring?
This study tests if weight loss surgery can improve liver fibrosis (scarring) in people with obesity and advanced liver disease. It may help those considering surgery to know if their liver health can get better.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06378359Recruiting
Preventing staph infections with pre-surgery decolonization
This trial tests if a simple at-home treatment (using a nasal ointment and special body wash) before surgery can prevent staph infections at the surgical site. It's for adults having outpatient surgery in several specialties, like orthopedics or general surgery.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06355310RecruitingPhase 2
Studying an SGLT2 inhibitor for fatty liver in teens
This study tests a medication called empagliflozin (a type of SGLT2 inhibitor) to see if it can help treat fatty liver disease in teenagers and young adults. It may improve liver health and help with weight management.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–20 - NCT06349083RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic drug, combined with therapy can help people reduce or stop drinking. It aims to understand how psilocybin affects the brain and behavior in people with alcohol use disorder.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06354088RecruitingPhase 1
Study of alpelisib for insulin resistance
This study tests a single dose of a drug called alpelisib (a PI3K inhibitor) to see how it affects insulin and blood sugar in people who are either insulin sensitive or insulin resistant. The goal is to understand why some people become resistant to insulin, which may help find new treatments for diabetes and related conditions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06320015Recruiting
Peer support for recovery after an emergency visit
This trial tests whether a peer recovery worker can help adults who came to the emergency room for a drug- or alcohol-related problem stay engaged in recovery. If you join, you'll get extra support from someone who has been through similar experiences.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06319872RecruitingPhase 1
Study of disulfiram for vision in retinal degeneration
This trial tests whether disulfiram, a drug used for alcohol use disorder, can improve vision in people with retinal degeneration. You must have an alcohol use diagnosis and agree to avoid alcohol for 6 months.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06303778Recruiting
Smartphone app with medications for heavy drinking
This study tests whether a smartphone app, when used alongside medications for alcohol use disorder, helps Veterans reduce heavy drinking. If you're a Veteran receiving care at the VA, this could be a way to get extra support for your drinking goals.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–80 - NCT06302413Recruiting
Thinking about the future during early recovery
This study looks at how thinking about the future might help people in early recovery from substance use. It recruits people who have been abstinent for 2 weeks to 1 year and are in outpatient treatment.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 18–60 - NCT06308484Recruiting
Mindfulness and brain stimulation for alcohol recovery
This trial tests if combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (like a mild electrical current) with mindfulness training can help people with alcohol dependence stay sober. If you recently stopped drinking and meet the health requirements, you may be able to join.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–70 - NCT06278922Recruiting
A therapy toolkit for Deaf people with alcohol and trauma issues
This study tests a therapy toolkit designed for Deaf or hard-of-hearing people who struggle with alcohol use and have experienced trauma. The therapy is provided in ASL via video sessions, and the goal is to see if it helps reduce drinking and PTSD symptoms.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for alcohol?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 527 recruiting alcohol 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 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 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.