ECG changes in people who use methamphetamine
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This study looks at the electrical activity of the heart (ECG) in people who use methamphetamine, including those who develop psychosis from it. It compares them to healthy volunteers to see if methamphetamine affects heart function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have been diagnosed with methamphetamine use disorder or methamphetamine-induced psychosis, or you are a healthy volunteer
- You have not taken any psychiatric or other medications for at least one month before the study
- You do not have high blood pressure, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, heart disease, severe neurological disorders, or autoimmune diseases
- You do not have alcohol use disorder or other primary psychiatric diagnoses (except methamphetamine-related conditions)
Quick eligibility check
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