Investigating a new medication for treating cocaine and methamphetamine addiction
Pharmacology of Stimulant Choice
['FUNDING_R01'] · VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY · NIH-11042870
This study is looking at a medication called VU0364572 to see if it can help people who are dealing with cocaine and methamphetamine addiction by testing it on rats to understand how it affects their choices between drugs and food, which could lead to new treatment options for those in need.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (RICHMOND, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11042870 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research explores the potential of a medication called VU0364572 to help treat cocaine and methamphetamine use disorders. By conducting experiments with male and female rats, the study aims to understand how this medication influences choices between drugs and food, simulating decision-making processes relevant to human addiction. The research will assess the effects of VU0364572 on drug preference and its impact on brain regions associated with reward and decision-making. The findings could provide insights into new treatment options for individuals struggling with stimulant addiction.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with cocaine or methamphetamine use disorders who are seeking new treatment options.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have stimulant use disorders or those who are not interested in pharmacological interventions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new medication options for patients suffering from cocaine and methamphetamine use disorders.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is innovative, similar studies have shown promise in using animal models to evaluate potential treatments for addiction.
Where this research is happening
RICHMOND, UNITED STATES
- VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY — RICHMOND, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: BANKS, MATTHEW L — VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: BANKS, MATTHEW L
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.