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Phase 2Completed· 42 enrolled
Drug / intervention
Atomoxetine +1 moredrug
Likely dose
Atomoxetine 40 mgfrom record
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NCT04565288Phase 2Completed

Enhancing the Effects of Adolescent Alcohol Treatment With Atomoxetine

Brown University·interventional·Posted Sep 25, 2020·Updated May 9, 2025

In Brief

A Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating Atomoxetine and Placebo for Alcohol Use Disorder. Completed, enrolled 42 participants across 1 site.

Detailed Summary

The primary objectives of this study are twofold. The first primary objective is to evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and tolerability of atomoxetine (40 mg/day for 3 days then 80 mg/day thereafter) as compared to placebo for 6 weeks plus a psychosocial platform comprised of motivational enhancement therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (MET-CBT) among adolescents (ages 14 to 19 years) with alcohol use disorder as confirmed by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders - Fifth Edition (DSM-5™). The second primary objective is to leverage a human laboratory paradigm and ecological momentary assessment (EMA) methods to evaluate the effects of atomoxetine on intermediate phenotypes associated with alcohol use and outcomes in clinical trials.

Study Details

Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
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Primary Purpose--
CountriesUnited States

Timeline

Phase 2CompletedFinished
202120222023202420252026
First PostedSep 25, 2020
Enrollment StartMay 6, 2021
Primary CompletionMay 16, 2023
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 2.0 yearsPosted 5.8 years ago

Interventions

Atomoxetinedrug

Participants randomized to receive the study medication, atomoxetine (brand name: Straterra) for 6-weeks (40 mg/day for 3 days then 80 mg/day thereafter). A comparator group will receive placebo (sugar pills).

Placebodrug

Matching placebo (sugar pill)