Recruiting PHASE3 Major Depressive Disorder

New treatment option for Major Depressive Disorder

Official title A Phase 3 Trial of DT120 for Major Depressive Disorder (Ascend)

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07592689

What this study is testing

What is DT120?

DT120 is an investigational medicine, being studied as a potential treatment for major depressive disorder.

Also referred to as MM120, lysergide tartrate.

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
A Phase 3 Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study (Part A) with an Open-label Extension (Part B) Evaluating DT120 Compared to Placebo in Major Depressive Disorder - Ascend
  • Phase 3: a large, late-stage study
  • You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug, decided by chance. You may not know which one you got.

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 74

You may be able to join if

  • Diagnosis of MDD per DSM-5
  • Male or female aged 18 to 74
  • Currently experiencing a major depressive episode (MDE) of ≥8 weeks and ≤24 months duration
  • MADRS Total Score ≥26
  • CGI-S Score ≥4

You likely can't join if

  • Certain psychiatric disorders (other than major depressive disorder)
  • First degree relative with or lifetime history of a psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder
  • Current diagnosis of alcohol or substance use disorder (excluding nicotine and caffeine
  • Any clinically significant unstable illness

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Gilbert, Arizona, United States
  • Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
  • San Diego, California, United States
  • San Francisco, California, United States
  • Santa Monica, California, United States
  • Denver, Colorado, United States
  • Maitland, Florida, United States
  • Orlando, Florida, United States
  • Tampa, Florida, United States
  • Atlanta, Georgia, United States
  • Decatur, Georgia, United States
  • Savannah, Georgia, United States
  • Chicago, Illinois, United States
  • Boston, Massachusetts, United States
  • Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
  • St Louis, Missouri, United States
  • Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
  • New York, New York, United States
  • Cleveland, Ohio, United States
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

+ 6 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 - 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 74 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Gilbert, Arizona, United States; Little Rock, Arkansas, United States; San Diego, California, United States; San Francisco, California, United States; Santa Monica, California, United States; Denver, Colorado, United States and 20 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.