Tuscaloosa, ALNCT04375033Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Opioid Use Disorder Clinical Trial in Tuscaloosa, AL

Access cutting-edge opioid use disorder treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Tuscaloosa. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by VA Office of Research and Development

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This study follows strict safety protocols and ethical guidelines

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All study-related opioid use disorder treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Tuscaloosa

    Convenient for AL residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Tuscaloosa site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Opioid Use Disorder Study in Tuscaloosa

VA-BRAVE will determine whether a 28-day long-acting injectable sub-cutaneous (in the belly area) formulation of buprenorphine at a target dose of 300mg is superior in retaining Veterans in opioid treatment and in sustaining opioid abstinence compared to the daily sublingual (under the tongue) buprenorphine formulation at a target dose of 16-32 mg (standard of care). This is an open-label, randomized, controlled trial including 952 Veterans with opioid use disorder (OUD) recruited over 7 years a

Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Has used opioids within 30 days prior to consent or within 30 days prior to entry into a supervised setting -- e.g., opioid use within the 30 days prior to recent (\<30 days) incarceration, entry into a detoxification facility, or entry into an inpatient hospital setting
Have started on MOUD via clinical induction on SL-BUP/NLX
Meets DSM-5 criteria for moderate to severe OUD based on the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview
Referred to/seeking treatment for OUD and willing to accept "partial-agonist-based" therapy

Exclusion Criteria

Is a Veteran less than 18 years of age
For Veterans of childbearing potential (a premenopausal person capable of becoming pregnant), pregnancy, breastfeeding, and/or failure to practice an effective method of birth control
Failure to reach maintenance dose of 8mg - 32mg SL-BUP/NLX in 45 days or less (must have taken 3 consecutive days of maintenance dose immediately before randomization).
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Tuscaloosa?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT04375033) has an active research site in Tuscaloosa, AL that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Options in Tuscaloosa, AL

If you're searching for opioid use disorder treatment options in Tuscaloosa, AL, this clinical trial (NCT04375033) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Tuscaloosa research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced opioid use disorder specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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