A Personalized Methadone Dosing System
Methadone Dosing System (MDS)
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · CARI HEALTH, INC. · NIH-11324767
This project is creating a new way to figure out the right methadone dose for each person to help them overcome opioid addiction more effectively.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | CARI HEALTH, INC. (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11324767 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many people trying to stop opioid use face tough withdrawal symptoms, which can make it hard to continue treatment. Methadone is a helpful medicine, but how well it works can vary a lot from person to person due to differences in their body's metabolism. This project aims to develop a new, science-based approach to methadone dosing that considers your unique metabolism. The goal is to find the perfect dose for you, reducing side effects and preventing withdrawal symptoms, to make your journey to recovery smoother.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This approach is designed for individuals seeking treatment for opioid use disorder who are prescribed methadone.
Not a fit: Patients not undergoing methadone maintenance treatment for opioid use disorder would not directly benefit from this specific dosing system.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this system could lead to more effective and personalized methadone treatment, helping more patients overcome opioid addiction with fewer withdrawal symptoms and side effects.
How similar studies have performed: Current methadone dosing often follows general guidelines, so this project introduces a novel, personalized approach based on individual metabolism.
Where this research is happening
SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES
- CARI HEALTH, INC. — SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SCHMIDLE, PATRIK — CARI HEALTH, INC.
- Study coordinator: SCHMIDLE, PATRIK
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.