This randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (n=24) investigates the role of CYP2D6 in the pharmacokinetics of ibogaine (20mg) in healthy volunteers.
The study, registered on ANZCTR with registration number ACTRN12613000324718, focuses on individuals with opioid dependence. Cohort A receives placebo, while Cohort B is given once daily oral doses of paroxetine to induce a CYP2D6 poor metabolizer phenotype. All participants receive a single oral dose of ibogaine (20mg) on Day 8.
Various outcomes, including plasma pharmacokinetics of ibogaine, safety, tolerability, and pharmacodynamics, are assessed. The primary objective is to characterise ibogaine to noribogaine conversion based on CYP2D6 activity. The trial, approved by the Southern Health and Disability Ethics Committee, University of Otago, New Zealand, commenced enrolment on July 1, 2013, and completed on September 15, 2013.
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