Overview

Effectiveness of Tiagabine for Cocaine Dependence in Methadone-Maintained Individuals - 1

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2007-04-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Many opioid-dependent individuals are also dependent on cocaine. Methadone is a widely used and effective method for treating opioid dependence. However, it is not effective in treating other drugs of abuse. The purpose of this study is to determine the effectiveness of another drug, tiagabine, for treating cocaine dependence in opioid-dependent individuals already receiving methadone treatment.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Treatments:
Cocaine
Methadone
Tiagabine