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Mavoglurant for alcohol craving in heavy drinkers

Alcohol ConsumptionHeavy DrinkerAlcohol Use Disorder (AUD)

Part of Mental health clinical trials.

This trial tests whether a medication called mavoglurant can reduce alcohol cravings and drinking in people who are heavy drinkers with alcohol use disorder and are not looking for treatment.

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Phase
Phase 1
Enrollment
63 people
Ages
21 years to 50 years
Study type
Interventional

Who can take part

  • You are between 21 and 50 years old
  • You are a heavy drinker (men: 30-70 drinks/week, women: 20-65 drinks/week)
  • You have been diagnosed with moderate or severe alcohol use disorder
  • You are not currently seeking treatment for alcohol and haven't been in treatment in the last 6 months
  • You do not have a current substance use disorder other than tobacco or mild cannabis
  • You are generally healthy, especially your liver, and are not pregnant or nursing

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