At a glance
ClinicalIndex Comparison RecordPhase 2Completed· 86 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Mirtazapine +1 moredrug
Likely dose
Not stated in record
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A Placebo Controlled Trial of Mirtazapine for Patients With Depression and Cocaine Dependence
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Mirtazapine and Placebo for Cocaine Dependence and Depression. Completed, enrolled 86 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Many substance dependent individuals also suffer from depression. Past research suggests that antidepressant medication is helpful in treating such individuals. This study will determine the effectiveness of mirtazapine, an antidepressant medication, in treating cocaine dependent individuals who also suffer from depression. This study includes free treatment for cocaine dependence that includes medication and a behavioral intervention.
Study Details
Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
Masking--
Primary Purpose--
ConditionsCocaine Dependence, Depression
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsNational Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Timeline
Phase 2CompletedFinished
2006200720082009201020112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
First PostedNov 2005
Enrollment StartMay 2006
Primary CompletionDec 2012
TodayJul 2026
First PostedNov 7, 2005
Enrollment StartMay 1, 2006
Primary CompletionDec 1, 2012
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 6.6 yearsPosted 20.7 years ago
Interventions
Mirtazapinedrug
Mirtazapine
Placebodrug
placebo