Daridorexant for sleep and alcohol use disorder
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests if the sleep medication daridorexant can help people who have both insomnia and alcohol use disorder. It looks at whether the drug improves sleep and reduces drinking.
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Who can take part
- You have insomnia (trouble falling asleep or staying asleep) for at least 3 months, happening 3 or more nights a week.
- You have an alcohol use disorder (a pattern of drinking that causes problems).
- You have had 4 or more drinks at least 4 times in the last month.
- You are at least 18 years old and can read and speak English.
- You are not currently taking any other sleep or alcohol use disorder medication.
- You are not at risk for dangerous alcohol withdrawal (no detox or seizure in the last year).
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