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Atomoxetine to Treat Adolescents With Coexisting Alcohol and Other Substance Use Disorder and ADHD

Phase 2
Completed
Conditions
Substance Use Disorders
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Registration Number
NCT00029614
Lead Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh
Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to compare the effectiveness and safety of atomoxetine in the treatment of adolescents with coexisting alcohol or substance use disorders and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
COMPLETED
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
24
Inclusion Criteria
  • Adolescents, ages 13-18
  • Meets criteria for alcohol and/or substance use disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Adolescents who are pregnant.
  • Have a history of seizure disorder, other neurological or medical disorder for which medication treatment may present a considerable risk.
  • History of pervasive development disorder, schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders, organic mental disorders or eating disorders.
  • Currently on other psychotropic medications from which discontinuation would present a significant risk.
  • A current episode of major depressive disorder or a diagnosis of bipolar disorder.
  • Diagnosis of dependence for any substance other than marijuana.
  • Adolescents with a full-scale IQ below 80.

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
decrease in ADHD symptoms
decrease in the quantity and frequency of alcohol and other substance use
Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

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