Ketone drink for alcohol withdrawal
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special ketone drink can ease alcohol withdrawal and help your brain heal. If you have been drinking heavily for at least 3 years and are having withdrawal symptoms now, this might be an option for you.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are at least 3 years into a pattern of heavy drinking.
- You currently have symptoms of alcohol withdrawal.
- You do not have other major mental health conditions (like bipolar or schizophrenia).
- You do not have diabetes, epilepsy, or a serious medical problem that could be worsened by the supplement.
- You can have an MRI scan (no metal in your body and not claustrophobic).
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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