Testing a sleep medication for people with stimulant use
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a medication that blocks a brain chemical involved in wakefulness can help people with stimulant use disorder sleep better. If you use cocaine or methamphetamine and have trouble sleeping, this study may be an option.
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Who can take part
- You must have a stimulant use disorder (for cocaine or methamphetamine).
- You cannot have an opioid use disorder or a severe disorder from other substances.
- You cannot be pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a body mass index (BMI) over 30 (for women).
- You must not have serious medical conditions like severe heart or lung disease, liver or kidney problems, seizures, or certain sleep disorders.
- You must not take medications that interact with the study drug, including some antidepressants, sedatives, or anesthetics.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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