Substances Used for a Hypnotic PurposeHYPNOSISNCT02896153
Current Situation on the Consumption of Hypnotic Substances at the Pharmacy
An observational study of Substances Used for a Hypnotic Purpose, run by Nantes University Hospital at 1 site in France.
Trial summary
In France, consumption of hypnotic drugs is high. In this context, and given the planned regulatory modifications, it seems essential to make an inventory of the consumption of drugs taken for a hypnotic purpose. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and olderHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Substances Used for a Hypnotic Purpose
- What is being tested?
- Questionnaire
- How many people
- 657 participants
- Where
- 1 siteFrance
- Study dates
- 8 Dec 2014to 3 Jul 2015
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 years and older
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult, Older adult
Study population: Adult going to a pharmacy
Who may be able to join
- Adult going to the pharmacy and who accepts to complete the questionnaire
Who cannot join
- Minor
- Who is not able to complete a questionnaire
- Who does not accept to complete the questionnaire
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
In France, consumption of hypnotic drugs is high. In this context, and given the planned regulatory modifications, it seems essential to make an inventory of the consumption of drugs taken for a hypnotic purpose. This study aims to identify the substances (medical or not) used for a hypnotic purpose in the adult population going to a pharmacy.
- Conditions
- Substances Used for a Hypnotic Purpose
- Being tested
- Questionnaire
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
QuestionnaireOther
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Adult population going to a pharmacy | Adult population going to a pharmacy will be asked to complete a questionnaire. Receives: Other: Questionnaire |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
The name of the substance (medical or not) used for a hypnotic purpose
Measured: One day
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted12 Sep 2016 (estimated)
- Study start8 Dec 2014
- Primary completion3 Jul 2015
- Study completion3 Jul 2015
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Substances Used for a Hypnotic PurposeStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- More trials run by Nantes University HospitalThe sponsor's other registered studies.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Enrolment
- 657 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Nantes University Hospital
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02896153
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- RC14_0421
- Acronym
- HYPNOSIS
- Status last verified
- Jun 2026
- First submitted
- 5 Aug 2016
- Last updated
- 25 Jun 2026
- Results posted
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 25 Jun 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Current Situation on the Consumption of Hypnotic Substances at the Pharmacy
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT02896153
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- HYPNOSIS / RC14_0421
- Conditions
- Substances Used for a Hypnotic Purpose
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 657 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Nantes University HospitalUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 8 Dec 2014 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 3 Jul 2015 (actual)
- Study completion
- 3 Jul 2015 (actual)
- First posted
- 12 Sep 2016 (estimated)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
In France, consumption of hypnotic drugs is high. In this context, and given the planned regulatory modifications, it seems essential to make an inventory of the consumption of drugs taken for a hypnotic purpose. This study aims to identify the substances (medical or not) used for a hypnotic purpose in the adult population going to a pharmacy.
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Prospective
- Number of arms
- 1
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Adult population going to a pharmacy | – | Other: QuestionnaireAdult population going to a pharmacy will be asked to complete a questionnaire. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
- Study population
- Adult going to a pharmacy
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Adult going to the pharmacy and who accepts to complete the questionnaire
Key exclusion criteria (3 listed)
- Minor
- Who is not able to complete a questionnaire
- Who does not accept to complete the questionnaire
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Questionnaire | Other | Adult population going to a pharmacy |
Primary outcome
The name of the substance (medical or not) used for a hypnotic purpose
Time frame: One day
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 25 Jun 2026.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Substances Used for a Hypnotic Purpose, run by Nantes University Hospital at 1 site in France.
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 3 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 25 Jun 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in France. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
The name of the substance (medical or not) used for a hypnotic purpose (time frame: One day). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 25 Jun 2026.