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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT06462612

NCT06462612 Study of Lumateperone in the Treatment of Patients With Bipolar Mania

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NCT ID NCT06462612
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.
Condition Bipolar Disorder, Manic
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 350 participants
Start Date 2024-07-17
Primary Completion 2026-05

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age 75 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
LumateperonePlacebo

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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 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 350 participants in total. It began in 2024-07-17 with a primary completion date of 2026-05.

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Brief Summary

This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, study in the acute treatment of patients with a diagnosis of bipolar I disorder with manic episodes or manic episodes with mixed features (bipolar mania), with or without psychotic symptoms, according to criteria of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM 5).

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Able to provide written informed consent before the initiation of any study specific procedures; 2. Male or female inpatient, between the ages of 18 and 75 years, inclusive; 3. Meets the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM 5) criteria for bipolar I disorder with a current episode of mania or mania with mixed features with or without psychotic symptoms, as confirmed by a trained and Sponsor-approved rater using the modified Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5, Clinical Trials Version (SCID-5-CT); 4. YMRS total score ≥ 20 and a score of at least 4 on two of the following YMRS items: irritability, speech, content, and disruptive/aggressive behavior at Screening and Baseline; 5. Hospitalized voluntarily before Screening or admitted to inpatient unit at Visit 1 with a primary diagnosis of mania but not \> 14 days before Screening. Hospital admission must be a result of the current manic episode. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Has a current primary DSM 5 psychiatric diagnosis other than bipolar disorder. These include: 1. Schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, or other psychotic disorders; 2. Dementia or other cognitive disorders; 3. Intellectual disability; 4. Moderate or severe substance use disorder (excluding for nicotine); 2. Experiencing first manic episode; 3. In the opinion of the Investigator, the patient has a significant risk for suicidal behavior during the course of his/her participation in the study or 1. At Screening, the patient scores "yes" on Items 4 or 5 in the Suicidal Ideation section of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) within 6 months prior to Screening; or 2. At Screening, the patient has had 1 or more suicidal attempts within 2 years prior to Screening; or 3. At Baseline, the patient scores "yes" on Items 4 or 5 in the Suicidal Ideation section of the C-SSRS since the Screening Visit; or 4. At Screening or Baseline, scores ≥ 4 on Item 10 (suicidal thoughts) on the rater administered Montgomery-Åsberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS); or 5. Considered to be an imminent danger to himself/herself or others.

Contact & Investigator

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06462612 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 75 Years, studying Bipolar Disorder, Manic. 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 NCT06462612 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 350 participants.

Is NCT06462612 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06462612 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ITCIClinicalTrials@itci-inc.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06462612 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Bentonville, United States, Little Rock, United States, Anaheim, United States, Cerritos, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06462612 clinical trial?

NCT06462612 is sponsored by Intra-Cellular Therapies, Inc.. The trial plans to enroll 350 participants.

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