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H-26605: Pharmacogenetics of Doxazosin for Cocaine Dependence
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Doxazosin and Placebo for Cocaine Dependence. Completed, enrolled 96 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Doxazosin, an alpha 1-adrenergic receptor antagonist, may play an important role in cocaine addiction in humans. This study will evaluate to what extent the prospective screening for catecholamine related polymorphisms for alpha 1 NE receptor/transporter, COMT and DBH as main targets predict the treatment efficacy of doxazosin for cocaine-using behavior.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Doxazosin is initiated at 4 mg/wk, and titrated up to a maximum of 8 mg/day over approximately 2 weeks. Participants will be maintained on 6mg-8mg daily dosing until week 13. The subjects will undergo the discontinuation from the study medication during weeks 14 -15.
Matched placebo daily dosing