Comparing treatments for newborns experiencing opioid withdrawal
HEAL Initiative: Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome Pharmacological Treatments Comparative Effectiveness Trial Clinical Site
This study is looking at how well different medications help newborns who are going through withdrawal from opioids, and it's for babies who need extra care in hospitals or clinics that focus on women's mental health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10924024 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effectiveness of different pharmacological treatments for Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWS) in newborns. Conducted at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the study aims to recruit participants from various clinics, including a specialized Women's Mental Health Program and a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Innovative recruitment strategies will be employed, such as attending prenatal classes and utilizing a Community Advisory Board, while follow-up care will be supported through case managers and financial incentives to ensure participant retention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are newborns up to 4 weeks old who are experiencing withdrawal symptoms due to maternal opioid use.
Not a fit: Patients who are not newborns or those not affected by opioid withdrawal will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment options for newborns suffering from opioid withdrawal, enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in evaluating treatment options for opioid withdrawal in newborns, indicating that this approach is building on existing knowledge.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hall, Richard Whittington — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Hall, Richard Whittington
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.