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Alcohol Use
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25 US clinical trials · 10 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
Get Better Together: Relationship Education For Military Couples
Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
NCT07096271
Evaluating Caregiver Involvement in Primary Care-Based Brief Interventions for Adolescent Alcohol Use Problems
Indiana University
NCT06593652
Stress and Resilience
University of Washington
NCT06457841
Mechanistic Evaluation of Guanfacine on Drinking Behavior in Women and Men With Alcohol Use Disorders
Yale University
NCT03764098
Wellness, Alcohol, Vitals, and Emotions
University of New Mexi
NCT06982443
The Less is More Study
University of Florida
NCT05153811
Examining the Relationship Between Ongoing Alcohol Use, Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors and Related Constructs, and Behavioral Economic Decision-Making
Mark J Rzeszutek, PhD
NCT06845761
Multi-Component Breath Alcohol Intervention Phase 3
Northeastern University
NCT06994962
The Potential Therapeutic Effects of Psychedelic, N, N-dimethyltryptamine (DMT), on Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
Yale University
NCT06070649
Better Experiences in Substance Treatment: A Brief Alcohol-focused Intervention Tailored for Patients in Opioid Agonist Treatment
University of Notre Dame
NCT07342504
CBT vs. Supportive Texts for PTSD & Hazardous Drinking (Project Better Study 2)
University of Washington
NCT06648395
Multi-Component Breath Alcohol Intervention
Northeastern University
NCT06124898
Evaluation of Respecting the Circle of Life on Pregnancy Prevention Outcomes Among American Indian Adolescents
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
NCT02904629
Tobacco Product Susceptibility and Substitutability by Rurality and Alcohol Use
Mark J Rzeszutek, PhD
NCT07010601
Alcohol Screening in an Ethnically Diverse Sample of Adolescents in Primary Care
RAND
NCT01797835
Oxytocin, Alcohol Craving, and Intimate Partner Aggression
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT03046836
Improving HIV and Alcohol-Related Outcomes Among HIV+ Persons in Clinic Settings
Hunter College of City University of New York
NCT02390908
Impaired Risk Awareness During Intoxication in DUI Offenders
Mark Fillmore
NCT05247788
Specialized Community Disease Management to Reduce Substance Use and Hospital Readmissions
Treatment Research Institute
NCT02059005
Alcohol and Cannabis Co-Use and the Gut-Brain Axis
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT04998006
Intergenerational Strengths-Based Program for American Indian Girls as They Transition to Adulthood
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
NCT03900312
Development and Testing of a Smartphone Application to Reduce Substance Use and Sexual Risk Among Homeless Young Adults
New York State Psychiatric Institute
NCT02530645
Preventing Cigarette Use Among Urban Youth Via an M-Health Primary Care Preventive Intervention
University of Michigan
NCT03855410
Testing the Effectiveness of a Graphic Novel Health Education Curriculum for Patients With Addiction
Treatment Research Institute
NCT02378181
ED Intervention to Reduce Risky Behaviors in Drivers
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
NCT00164294
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Early Phase 1 | 1 |
| Phase 2 | 3 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Alcohol Use Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 25 US studies indexed under Alcohol Use, and 10 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 40% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Alcohol Use shows 0 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 4 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Alcohol Use is led by Treatment Research Institute with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 25 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Alcohol Use?
PlainTrial tracks 25 US clinical trials for Alcohol Use, of which 10 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Alcohol Use?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.