๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-03-23

Effects of Ketone Supplement and Alcohol on Brain Metabolism (NCT06815237)

Acute Effects of Ketone Supplementation and Alcohol on Brain Metabolism

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Phase2 / Phase3 ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The research study is being conducted to better understand the effects of ketones and alcohol on brain functioning and brain metabolism. Participants will be asked to undergo three identical MRI visits after three single-dose interventions: (1) drink a ketone supplement drink, (2) drink an alcoholic beverage, (3) no intervention. These interventions will be randomly assigned (meaning everyone receives all 3 interventions, but in different orders).

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Center for Studies of Addiction โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Age range: 21 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Center for Studies of Addiction โ€” Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

๐Ÿ“ž 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.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—