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Intranasal oxytocin for the treatment of cannabis and alcohol dependence

The effect of intranasal oxytocin on cannabis and associated alcohol cravings and withdrawal in patients diagnosed with cannabis and alcohol dependence


Sponsor

University of Sydney

Enrollment

80 participants

Start Date

Apr 29, 2010

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Summary

This double-blind, randomised, placebo controlled trial will examine the safety and efficacy of intranasal oxytocin for the treatment of cannabis and alcohol dependence. It is hypothesised that participants randomised to the oxytocin condition, compared to participants randomised to the placebo condition will have a higher rate of treatment completion, experience reduced number, severity, and duration of cannabis and alcohol withdrawal symptoms and will report fewer days of cannabis and alcohol use at one month follow-up.


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 18 YearssMax Age: 80 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing whether a nasal spray form of oxytocin — a hormone sometimes called the 'bonding hormone' — can help people who are dependent on cannabis and/or alcohol reduce their use and manage withdrawal symptoms. Oxytocin may help reduce cravings and the difficulty of withdrawing from these substances. Participants will receive either the oxytocin spray or a placebo and be followed up one month later. You may be eligible if: - You are between 18 and 80 years old - You meet the clinical criteria for cannabis and/or alcohol dependence You may NOT be eligible if: - You have epilepsy - You have severe depression with suicidal thoughts or actions - You are dependent on other drugs (besides nicotine, cannabis, or alcohol) - You have significant heart, kidney, or liver disease - You are currently pregnant - You have chronic nasal problems (obstruction, discharge, or bleeding) Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

40 international units of oxytocin intranasally twice per day for 4 weeks.

40 international units of oxytocin intranasally twice per day for 4 weeks.


Locations(1)

Australia

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