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The Efficacy of Doxazosin for Cocaine Users
The NE system, especially the alpha 1-adrenergic receptor, may play an important role in cocaine addiction in humans. The results of this study will provide medical safety data on the …
Baylor Role: Lead Sponsor
Completed
Rivastigmine as a Treatment for Methamphetamine Dependence
We recently completed a double-blind placebo-controlled human laboratory study demonstrating that treatment with a low dose of the acetylcholinesterase (AChE) inhibitor rivastigmine reduced methamphetamine (METH)-induced craving (see Preliminary Studies, Fig. …
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Completed
An ACE Inhibitor (Perindopril) or an Angiotensin Receptor Blocker (Candesartan) as a Treatment for Methamphetamine Dependence
Our preliminary data indicate that the ACE inhibitor perindopril can attenuate MA-induced drug craving, suggesting that perindopril should be evaluated as a treatment for MA dependence. Candesartan works similarly to …
Baylor Role: Lead Sponsor
Completed
Rivastigmine and Huperzine A as Treatments for Cocaine Dependence
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the interactions between cocaine and oral rivastigmine and between cocaine and oral huperzine A (HupA). The following Specific Aims are proposed: 1. …
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Varenicline-Methamphetamine Interaction Study (2008)
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Completed
A Study of the Relationship Between Disulfiram and Cocaine Self-administration.
The problem of cocaine dependence remains a major medical, social, and legal concern. Several studies have suggested that disulfiram may be beneficial for the treatment of cocaine dependence. A common …
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Completed
Naltrexone and Adrenergic Agents to Reduce Heroin Use in Heroin Addicts
Heroin addiction is a serious health problem with no available medical treatment for preventing relapse. Naltrexone is a medication that is currently used to treat substance addiction. It acts by …
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Completed
Pharmacogenetics of Disulfiram for Cocaine
Dopamine, a type of neurotransmitter, is the brain's "feel good" chemical. The amount of dopamine in the body may be an important factor in how cocaine addicts respond to treatment. …
Baylor Role: Lead Sponsor