Evaluating sunobinop for reducing alcohol consumption in people with alcohol use disorder

A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Parallel-group Phase 2 Study to Evaluate Impact of Sunobinop (V117957) on Alcohol Consumption in Subjects Diagnosed With Moderate to Severe Alcohol Use Disorder and Seeking Treatment

Phase 2 Interventional Imbrium Therapeutics · NCT06545916

This study is testing if a new medication called sunobinop can help adults with alcohol use disorder drink less compared to a placebo.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment200 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorImbrium Therapeutics Industry-sponsored
Locations6 sites (Brooklyn, New York and 5 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06545916 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of sunobinop in reducing alcohol consumption compared to a placebo in individuals diagnosed with moderate to severe alcohol use disorder. Participants will be adults aged 18 and older who are actively seeking treatment and have a history of heavy drinking. The study will involve administering either sunobinop or a placebo over a specified period to measure changes in alcohol consumption patterns. The primary focus is to determine if sunobinop can significantly decrease the number of heavy drinking days.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with a diagnosis of moderate to severe alcohol use disorder who are seeking treatment.

Not a fit: Patients with current substance use disorders involving substances other than alcohol and nicotine may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a new therapeutic option for individuals struggling with alcohol use disorder.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored treatments for alcohol use disorder, but the specific approach with sunobinop is novel and has not been extensively tested.

Eligibility criteria

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Key Inclusion Criteria include:

* Male and female age ≥18 years.
* Diagnosis of moderate or severe alcohol use disorder.
* Currently seeking treatment for alcohol use disorder.
* Has 4 or more heavy drinking days (HDD) in each of the 4 weeks prior to baseline visit.

Key Exclusion Criteria include:

* Subjects that meet current DSM-5 criteria for moderate or severe substance use disorder other than alcohol and nicotine.

Other protocol-specific inclusion and exclusion criteria may apply.

Where this trial is running

Brooklyn, New York and 5 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Alcohol Use DisorderAlcohol consumptionModerate to severe alcohol use disorder
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.