Psilocybin: Single dosing session followed by 5 MET weekly sessions starting 24hrs after dosing
Study summary
The aim of this study is to determine if a single dose of psilocybin administered with motivational enhancement therapy (MET) can reduce heavy drinking in patients with an alcohol use disorder (AUD).
Eligibility
Sex
ALL
Min age
22 Years
Max age
65 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion Criteria:
* Meets DSM-5 AUD criteria of at least moderate severity
* Meets heavy drinking requirements (heavy drinking days, number of drinks) in past 30 days
* Desire to decrease alcohol consumption
* Limited lifetime hallucinogen use
Exclusion Criteria:
* Severe or moderate substance use disorder other than alcohol or nicotine in past 6 months
* Diagnosis of schizophrenia, bipolar disorders or first-degree relative with diagnosis
* Active suicidal ideation or serious attempt within past 3 years
* Currently pregnant, nursing, or trying to become pregnant
* Any notable abnormality on ECG, physical exam, or routine medical blood laboratory test
Primary outcome measure(s)
Heavy drinking — Change from baseline to 1-, 4-, and 12-weeks post-dosing Percent heavy drinking days (TLFB)
This page summarises publicly available registry data for informational purposes — not medical advice. Eligibility is determined by each study team; patients should discuss participation with their clinician.
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