An Study of Aripiprazole in the Treatment of Methamphetamine Dependence

A Multiple-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind Study of Aripiprazole for Treatment of Methamphetamine Dependence

Methamphetamine substance use is common worldwide. No approved pharmacologic treatments for methamphetamine dependence exist. Aripiprazole are Second generation antipsychotics，but have different pharmacological effects of neurotransmitters.To determine whether mirtazapine would reduce methamphetamine use among mehtamphetamine addicts.

Methods:A Multiple-Center, Randomized, Double-Blind.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Patients,Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 4thed. (DSM-IV) criteria for Methamphetamine dependence.
2. Must sign a Information consent form.
3. Required to provide detailed address and phone number

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Serious organic disease.
2. Suicide ideation or hurt others.
3. Taking antipsychotic within two weeks before.
4. drug allergy to Risperidone or Aripiprazole.
5. pregnancy and breastfeeding women.