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Recruiting Phase 4 NCT06223880

NCT06223880 A Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of AXS-05 Compared to Bupropion in Preventing the Relapse of Depressive Symptoms

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NCT ID NCT06223880
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 4
Sponsor Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
Condition Major Depressive Disorder
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 350 participants
Start Date 2023-12-27
Primary Completion 2026-03

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 65 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
AXS-05Bupropion

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 4 studies follow an already-approved treatment in real-world conditions to monitor long-term safety and effectiveness.

This trial targets 350 participants in total. It began in 2023-12-27 with a primary completion date of 2026-03.

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Brief Summary

This is a randomized, double-blind, active-controlled, multi-center study to evaluate the efficacy of AXS-05, compared to bupropion, in preventing the relapse of depressive symptoms in subjects with major depressive disorder (MDD) who have responded to treatment with AXS-05.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Currently meets DSM-5 criteria for diagnosis of MDD without psychotic features * Current major depressive episode of at least 4 weeks in duration Exclusion Criteria: * Previously participated in another clinical study of AXS-05; received any investigational drug or device treatment within 30 days of (Screening) Visit 1, or has been prescribed Auvelity. * Unable to comply with study procedures * Medically inappropriate for study participation in the opinion of the investigator

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Study Director

✉ axs-05-mdd-401@axsome.com

📞 +1 (212) 332-5061

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06223880 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Major Depressive Disorder. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT06223880 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 4 studies are conducted after a treatment has been approved. They monitor long-term safety and real-world effectiveness in a broader patient population.

Is NCT06223880 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06223880 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at axs-05-mdd-401@axsome.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06223880 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bellflower, United States, Lafayette, United States, Oceanside, United States, Redlands, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06223880 clinical trial?

NCT06223880 is sponsored by Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.. The trial plans to enroll 350 participants.

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