Helping reduce long-term use of benzodiazepine or Z-drugs
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a brief motivational interview can help people safely reduce or stop taking benzodiazepines or Z-drugs (like sleeping pills or anxiety meds) they have used daily for at least 6 months. It aims to support patients in trying to lower their dose with their doctor's guidance.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been taking a benzodiazepine or Z-drug (like zolpidem, zopiclone) at least once every day for 6 months or more.
- You are not currently taking certain other medications: specific antipsychotics, lithium, alcohol-use treatments, opioid replacement therapy, or seizure drugs.
- You have never had a seizure or been diagnosed with epilepsy.
- You have never had a serious withdrawal reaction (like seizures or confusion) when stopping a similar medication.
- You are not being treated for cancer, and you are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or under legal protection.
- You can understand and fill out a questionnaire in French.
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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