Overview

Tramadol to Reduce Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms

Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2005-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Individuals with opioid addiction often experience serious withdrawal symptoms that may make relapse unavoidable. Tramadol, a medication that is currently used to treat pain caused by chronic conditions such as cancer or joint pain, may also be effective at reducing opioid withdrawal symptoms. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of tramadol at reducing withdrawal symptoms in individuals addicted to opioid drugs.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Treatments:
Morphine
Naloxone
Tramadol