Please note: This trial has finished recruiting and is not accepting new participants.

Research Center: Laboratory of Human Behavioral Pharmacology, University of Kentucky
Location: Lexington, Kentucky USA
Lead Doctor: Dr. Craig Rush
Funded By: National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
IRB Committee: This study has been reviewed and approved by the University of Kentucky Institutional Review Board

Background

Investigators at the University of Kentucky are studying the effects of 2 FDA-approved medications in combination with alcohol. 

The knowledge gained from this study will contribute to a better understanding of alcohol use and may result in improved therapeutic treatments.

The study seeks men and women who engage in drinking alcohol at least 3 days per week. Participants are required to attend 8 study visits at the research site over roughly 8 weeks and will be compensated for participating in this study.

Why Participate? 

• You will be helping to advance medical research in alcohol use, which may result in improved therapeutic treatments.
• You will be compensated for participating in this study.

Your Rights

• If you decide to participate in the study and later feel that you no longer wish to be part of it, you may withdraw at any time.
• Your records relating to this study and any other information received will be kept strictly confidential, except as required by law.
• Qualified health professionals will monitor your health as it relates to the study.

Who Can Participate?

• Men and women ages 21-55 who consume alcohol at least 3 days per week.
• Not currently seeking or undergoing treatment for alcohol abuse or any other substance abuse.
• Able to attend 8 study visits at the research site over approximately 8 weeks (1 visit per week for 8 consecutive weeks). 
  • 5 of these visits will last between 4-6 hours
  • 3 of these visits are post-study follow-up appointments, lasting approximately 30 minutes 
• Not taking any other illicit substances.
• Are healthy and have no major disease processes or major psychiatric disorders.