Clinical trials · San Francisco, CA
Opioid Use Disorder clinical trials in San Francisco
We’re tracking 9 recruiting opioid use disorder studies with a site in or near San Francisco — including Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Francisco
- NCT04375033RecruitingPhase 4
Oral versus injection buprenorphine for opioid use disorder
This trial compares taking buprenorphine by mouth versus as an injection for opioid use disorder. It aims to see which option helps people stay on treatment and reduces opioid use over about a year.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06872190Recruiting
CDS tool for opioid use disorder in the ED
This trial tests a clinical decision support tool for emergency department providers at UCSF. It helps doctors give better care that considers social needs alongside opioid use treatment. The study will ask providers and patients about how well this tool works.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06323824RecruitingPhase 4
Methadone vs. buprenorphine for opioid use disorder treatment
This study compares two medications, methadone and buprenorphine, to see which helps people stay in treatment for opioid use disorder. You may be eligible if you are starting a new treatment episode.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT07214467Recruiting
Adaptive brain stimulation for opioid use disorder
This study tests a new type of brain stimulation that adapts to your brain activity, aiming to reduce cravings and help you control opioid use. It is for people with long-standing opioid use disorder who have not gotten lasting relief from at least 3 treatment attempts, including medication.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 22–75 - 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.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07475728Recruiting
Buprenorphine for Opioid Use Started by Emergency Medical Services
This study looks at offering buprenorphine through emergency medical services (EMS) to people having an opioid emergency. It aims to see if starting treatment in the field helps people get connected to long-term care.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06494904RecruitingPhase 3
Standard vs. High Dose Buprenorphine in the ER
This study compares a higher dose of buprenorphine (a medicine that helps stop opioid cravings and withdrawal) to the usual dose, given in the emergency department. It aims to see if the higher dose works better to start treatment for opioid use disorder.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT04356274Enrolling by invitation
Improving access to addiction and mental health care at VA clinics
This study tests an approach to help VA clinics reach more Veterans with proven treatments for addiction and mental health conditions. It focuses on clinic-level processes (not individual medications) to increase how widely evidence-based care is delivered.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05940324RecruitingPhase 2
Ketamine study for OCD after prior treatment failed
This Phase 2 study tests how ketamine may work quickly in people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), especially after at least one standard treatment didn’t help. If you join, you’ll need to follow study procedures like fasting before the experimental visit and not enrolling in other medication trials during the study.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 18–65
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Opioid Use Disorder trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near San Francisco
Institutions with a site for the recruiting opioid use disorder studies listed above.
- University of California, San Francisco · 4 studies
- Alameda Health System - Highland Hospital · 3 studies
- VA Palo Alto Health Care System · 2 studies
- Center on Substance Use and Health
- Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
- San Francisco VA Medical Center
- San Leandro Hospital
What taking part in a opioid 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 opioid use disorder studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there opioid use disorder clinical trials near San Francisco?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 9 recruiting opioid use disorder studies with a site near San Francisco, 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 opioid use disorder study near San Francisco?
- 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 Francisco to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Francisco, 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 opioid 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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New opioid use disorder studies open near San Francisco regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.