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Does Guanfacine Attenuate Stress-Induced Drinking?
In Brief
A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Guanfacine 3mg/day, Guanfacine 1.5mg/day, and 1 other intervention for Alcohol Drinking. Completed, enrolled 70 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Evaluating the effect of guanfacine on alcohol consumption. The investigators hypothesize that guanfacine versus placebo will decrease the amount of alcohol consumption (mls consumed) during the 2-hour self-administration period across two laboratory sessions.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
3 mg/day Guanfacine with 3-week lead-in period. Maintained at steady state throughout lab sessions. After lab sessions, given taper supply of medication. Follow up 2 weeks after completion of taper.
1.5 mg/day Guanfacine with 3-week lead-in period. Maintained at steady state throughout lab sessions. After lab sessions, given taper supply of medication. Follow up 2 weeks after completion of taper.