Effects of Ketones on Brain Energetics and Alcohol Consumption in Alcohol Use Disorder (NCT06807918)
Effects of Ketone Supplementation on Brain Energetics and Alcohol Consumption in Alcohol Use Disorder
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This is a randomized, double-blind, crossover trial to evaluate the immediate effects of a nutritional ketone supplement, Kenotic compared to placebo on brain function and alcohol consumption in individuals with alcohol use disorder. Participants will complete 2 MRI scans, 2 FDG PET/CT scans, and 2 alcohol bar labs and will randomly receive Kenetik at one lab and the placebo at the next lab. During the bar labs participants will consume a dose of alcohol (based on weight), to bring their breath alcohol concentration to about 0.050%.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Center for Studies of Addiction — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Age range: 21 Years to 65 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- Center for Studies of Addiction — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (215) 746-1959
Email: timpond@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.