Recruiting at 50 sites Phase 3 Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder study: Milsaperidone

Official title Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Milsaperidone as Adjunctive Therapy in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06830044

What this study is testing

What is Milsaperidone?

This is an investigational oral medicine being studied as an add-on treatment for Major Depressive Disorder.

Also referred to as VHX-896.

Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.

What it's testing
This study is testing whether milsaperidone helps people with major depression feel better and is safe to use.
Who it's for
You may be able to join if you have major depression and are not getting enough relief from your current medicine.
What's involved
You will take milsaperidone or a pretend treatment at home, and the study team will check your mood and side effects during visits.
Time commitment
The study lasts about 12 weeks, with several clinic visits to monitor your progress and safety.
  • Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 65

You may be able to join if

  • Male or female patient 18 to 65 years of age, inclusive;
  • Meets DSM-5-TR criteria for MDD
  • Currently having an inadequate response to antidepressant therapy as confirmed by the Investigator using the Antidepressant Treatment Response...

You likely can't join if

  • Within the patients lifetime, has a confirmed DSM-5-TR psychiatric diagnosis other than MDD
  • Within 6 months of Screening, has a confirmed DSM-5-TR psychiatric diagnosis other than MDD
  • Within 12 months of Screening, has had any other psychiatric condition (other than MDD) that has been the main focus of treatment

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it is enrolling

  • Phoenix, Arizona, United States
  • Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
  • Garden Grove, California, United States
  • Orange, California, United States
  • Redlands, California, United States
  • San Jose, California, United States
  • Walnut Creek, California, United States
  • Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
  • Fort Myers, Florida, United States
  • Miami, Florida, United States
  • Snellville, Georgia, United States
  • Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • Carmel, Indiana, United States
  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
  • Saint Charles, Missouri, United States
  • Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
  • New York, New York, United States
  • Staten Island, New York, United States
  • Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
  • Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

+ 22 more site(s).

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

This study is enrolling now at Phoenix, Arizona, United States; Little Rock, Arkansas, United States; Garden Grove, California, United States; Orange, California, United States; Redlands, California, United States; San Jose, California, United States and 36 more locations. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.

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