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An Open-label Trial of Add-on Oral Slow-release Ketamine Treatment in Major Depression
EU CTIS ID: 2025-524841-28-00
What this study is testing
To evaluate the preliminary antidepressant efficacy of KET01 after one week of treatment as an adjunctive treatment to complement the initiation of a standard antidepressant agent.
- Therapeutic exploratory (Phase II)
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Who can take part
You may be able to join if
- The subject has given their written consent to participate in the trial.
- For male participants with a partner of childbearing potential (see definition of WOCBP above): Must be willing to use adequate contraceptive measures (barrier method) or practice sexual abstinence (if this is in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the participant) from the time of informed consent until 28 days after last IMP intake. Note: These requirements also apply for male participants who have had a vasectomy.
- Age ≥ 18 and ≤ 75 years.
- Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 18 and ≤ 35 kg/m2.
- Primary diagnosis of MDD meeting Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) criteria and one of the following episode characteristics: (1) MDD, single episode, moderate (ICD-10-CM: F32.1); (2) MDD, single episode, severe, without psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F32.2); (3) MDD, recurrent, moderate (ICD-10-CM: F33.1); (4) MDD, recurrent, severe, without psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F33.2)
- Duration of current depressive episode no longer than 12 months prior to screening.
You likely can't join if
- Known hypersensitivity or intolerance to ketamine or any of the excipients.
- Untreated or uncontrolled hypertension (after 5 minutes of rest, systolic blood pressure ≥ 180 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure ≥ 120 mmHg confirmed by three sequential measurements with at least 5 minutes between the single measurements).
- Laboratory findings suggesting impaired hepatic function or liver cirrhosis i.e. gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) or aspartate aminotransferase (AST) values > 2x times the upper limit of normal (ULN) or total bilirubin > 1.5 times the ULN at Visit 1. Participants with an isolated increase of indirect bilirubin not previously documented as a diagnosis of Gilbert’s syndrome must be discussed with the medical monitor.
- Known hepatitis B or C.
- Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 or creatinine > 200 µmol/L at Visit 1 or ongoing dialysis or kidney transplants.
- Diabetes mellitus with a haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) value > 64 mmol/mol at the screening visit.
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
- The subject has given their written consent to participate in the trial.
- For male participants with a partner of childbearing potential (see definition of WOCBP above): Must be willing to use adequate contraceptive measures (barrier method) or practice sexual abstinence (if this is in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the participant) from the time of informed consent until 28 days after last IMP intake. Note: These requirements also apply for male participants who have had a vasectomy.
- Age ≥ 18 and ≤ 75 years.
- Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 18 and ≤ 35 kg/m2.
- Primary diagnosis of MDD meeting Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition, Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) criteria and one of the following episode characteristics: (1) MDD, single episode, moderate (ICD-10-CM: F32.1); (2) MDD, single episode, severe, without psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F32.2); (3) MDD, recurrent, moderate (ICD-10-CM: F33.1); (4) MDD, recurrent, severe, without psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F33.2)
- Duration of current depressive episode no longer than 12 months prior to screening.
- MADRS score ≥ 22 at screening
- Willingness to start a new, conventional antidepressant treatment which is chosen by the treating physician with regards to side effect profile and previous treatments, together with KET01, dosed according to the prescribed schedule.
- Willingness to terminate any ongoing antidepressant treatment if deemed ineffective by study physician in accordance with clinical practice (tapering or immediate stop), followed by a wash-out phase of at least 7 days without medication before treatment with the new antidepressant is initiated together with KET01.
- For women of childbearing potential (WOCBP; definition: A WOCBP is defined as any female who has experienced menarche and who has not undergone surgical sterilisation (hysterectomy or bilateral oophorectomy) or is not postmenopausal. Menopause is defined clinically as 12 months of amenorrhea in a woman over age 45 in the absence of other biological or physiological causes.): Must be willing to undergo pregnancy tests and will be required to use highly effective contraceptive measures from the time of informed consent until 28 days after last IMP intake. Methods that can achieve a failure rate of less than 1% per year when used consistently and correctly are considered as highly effective birth control methods. Such methods include combined (oestrogen and progestogen containing) hormonal contraception associated with inhibition of ovulation (oral, intravaginal or transdermal); progestogen-only hormonal contraception associated with inhibition of ovulation (oral or injectable); implantable intrauterine device (IUD); intrauterine hormone-releasing system (IUS), bilateral tubal occlusion or practicing sexual abstinence (if this is in line with the preferred and usual lifestyle of the participant).
What rules you out
- Known hypersensitivity or intolerance to ketamine or any of the excipients.
- Untreated or uncontrolled hypertension (after 5 minutes of rest, systolic blood pressure ≥ 180 mmHg or diastolic blood pressure ≥ 120 mmHg confirmed by three sequential measurements with at least 5 minutes between the single measurements).
- Laboratory findings suggesting impaired hepatic function or liver cirrhosis i.e. gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), alanine aminotransferase (ALT) or aspartate aminotransferase (AST) values > 2x times the upper limit of normal (ULN) or total bilirubin > 1.5 times the ULN at Visit 1. Participants with an isolated increase of indirect bilirubin not previously documented as a diagnosis of Gilbert’s syndrome must be discussed with the medical monitor.
- Known hepatitis B or C.
- Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) < 60 mL/min/1.73 m2 or creatinine > 200 µmol/L at Visit 1 or ongoing dialysis or kidney transplants.
- Diabetes mellitus with a haemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) value > 64 mmol/mol at the screening visit.
- Hyperthyroidism.
- Uncontrolled hypothyroidism i.e. not at stable treatment with thyroid hormones (triiodothyronine/thyroxine [T3/T4]) within the 6 weeks before Visit 1 or abnormal thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and free thyroxine (fT4) values at Visit 1.
- History (within 5 years before Visit 1) of complicated cystitis (defined as cystitis in males; due to anatomical abnormalities; due to immunocompromised state, in pregnant women; recurrent infections despite adequate treatment; infections occurring after instrumentation such as nephrostomy).
- Any other significant disease or disorder which, in the opinion of the investigator, may either put the participant at risk because of participation in the trial, or jeopardise the conduct of the trial according to the protocol.
- Previous administration of ketamine (with exception of known or suspected ketamine-anaesthesia) or esketamine.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding or planned pregnancy (if female).
- Prohibited prior and concomitant therapies and medication (see 7.3 Concomitant use of other medicinal products and treatments in Study Protocol).
- History of moderate to severe alcohol use disorder or substance use disorder, including e.g. benzodiazepines, opiates, ketamine, hallucinogens and related drugs, stimulants (e.g. phencyclidine [PCP]), lysergic acid diethylamide [LSD], 3,4 methylenedioxymethamphetamine [MDMA], dextromethorphan, amphetamines, cocaine) or cannabis, except nicotine and caffeine, within 6 months before Visit 1 or a positive drug abuse test except for allowed medication prescribed for a medical condition.
- Participation in other treatment studies.
- Ongoing electroconvulsive treatment (ECT) or repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS).
- Ongoing compulsory psychiatric care.
- Other reason, as assessed by the investigator, that prevents the research subject’s participation such as risk that the subject is unable to complete the trial (non-compliance).
- Recently started psychotherapy (within 6 weeks) or planning to start such treatment during participation in the trial.
- High suicide risk according to the overall assessment of the research physician.
- Known psychiatric and neurological concomitant condition of: MDD, single episode, severe, with psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F32.3). MDD, recurrent, severe, with psychotic features (ICD-10-CM: F33.3) Schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders (ICD-10-CM: F21, F22, F23, F20.81, F20.9, F25.0, F25.1, F06.0, F06.1, F06.2, F28 and F29) or bipolar disorder (ICD-10-CM: F31), other mental disorder due to known physiological condition (ICD-10-CM: F06). Participants with first-degree relatives (parents, brothers, sisters or children) with psychotic or bipolar disorders are also not considered eligible. Paranoid or schizoid personality disorder (ICD-10-CM: F60.0, F60.1). Antisocial, borderline, histrionic or narcissistic personality disorder (ICD 10 CM: F60.2, F60.3, F60.4, F60.81). Neurodevelopmental disorders, e.g. moderate to profound intellectual developmental disorders (ICD-10-CM: F71, F72, F73), or autism spectrum disorders (ICD-10-CM: F84).
- Known or suspected lifetime history of surgical procedures involving the brain or meninges, encephalitis, meningitis, degenerative central nervous system (CNS) disorder, epilepsy (excluding uncomplicated childhood febrile seizures with no sequelae) or any other disease/procedure/accident/intervention which, according to the investigator is deemed associated with significant injury to or malfunction of the CNS.
- History of significant head trauma within the past 2 years prior to Visit 1.
- History of cerebrovascular event (e.g. stroke, prolonged ischaemic neurologic deficit [PRIND], transient ischaemic attack).
- Known or suspected ongoing cardiac disease (e.g. unstable angina, congestive heart failure, tachyarrhythmia or myocardial infarction).
- Clinically significant abnormal electrocardiogram findings at Visit 1 which may jeopardize participant’s safety according to the investigator.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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 - 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, 65+ years, 18-64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
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