7 Recruiting Trials

Clinical Trials
for Depression in Nevada

7 clinical trials for Depression are currently recruiting participants at study sites in Nevada. Study-related care is provided at no cost.

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Depression clinical trials in Nevada: what to expect

Depression trials cover new medicines, brain stimulation, talk therapy and digital programs. The busiest area is treatment-resistant depression: studies for people whose current antidepressant has not helped enough, testing rapid-acting medicines, add-on treatments and devices such as transcranial magnetic stimulation. Others compare types of therapy, test app-based programs, or study depression alongside another condition such as chronic pain or heart disease.

In Nevada, recruiting depression studies are concentrated in Las Vegas. 7 of the 7 are run by a drug or device company, which usually means a larger study with travel reimbursement; the rest are academic or hospital-led.

Who depression trials usually look for

Most adult trials require a diagnosis of major depressive disorder, a current episode with symptoms above a threshold on a standard questionnaire, and ages 18 to 65. Treatment-resistant trials ask that one or two antidepressants at a proper dose have not worked in the current episode. Common exclusions are bipolar disorder, psychosis, a substance use disorder in the last year and, for safety, a high current suicide risk. Many trials let you continue stable talk therapy.

Some medicine trials add the study drug to the antidepressant you take; others require a supervised taper first. The listing says which.

What taking part involves

Screening is a structured interview with a clinician plus blood work. Medicine trials usually run six to twelve weeks with weekly or fortnightly visits and mood questionnaires, and many include a placebo arm, with close safety monitoring either way; an open-label extension often follows so everyone can receive the active drug. Therapy and app trials run eight to sixteen weeks and compare against usual care. Treatment, visits and tests are free, and most trials pay for time.

Questions worth asking the study team

Whether you would taper your current medicine and how that is supervised; the chance of placebo and whether there is an open-label extension; what happens if you feel worse during the study; and whether your own doctor is kept informed. Research records are kept separate from your medical record unless you ask otherwise.

Showing 7 of 7 recruiting Depression trials in Nevada

Brexanolone Lifting Outcomes Of Moms
PHASE3 Tucson, Arizona +4 sites NCT07822321
This trial is looking for women aged 15 to 45 who are experiencing severe postpartum depression. Participants will take the study drug LPCN 1154A to see if it helps reduce their depressive symptoms and to learn about any side effects.
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A Randomized Study of Azetukalner Versus Placebo in Depressive Episodes Associated With Bipolar I or II Disorder (Bipolar Depression)
PHASE3 Tucson, Arizona +4 sites NCT07172516
This trial is looking for adults aged 18 to 74 who are currently experiencing a depressive episode connected to bipolar disorder. Participants will receive either azetukalner or a placebo to see how well it works and its safety.
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Clinical Assessment of Response in the Treatment of Depression With Daytime Sleepiness Using Solriamfetol
PHASE3 Tucson, Arizona +4 sites NCT07484217
This trial is looking for adults with major depressive disorder and excessive daytime sleepiness symptoms. Participants will first take solriamfetol openly, followed by a period where neither the participant nor the doctor knows if the treatment is the drug or a placebo.
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ALTO-100 in Bipolar Disorder With Depression (BD-D)
PHASE2 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT06656416
This trial is looking for adults who have bipolar disorder along with a current major depressive episode and are already taking a mood stabilizer. It’s important that they haven't changed their medication in the last two weeks and are not pregnant or breastfeeding. They can't have other serious health issues, be currently using certain medications, or have a history of severe substance use problems.
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A Study to Evaluate the Effectiveness of DT-101 in Patients With Depression
PHASE2 Bentonville, Arkansas +4 sites NCT07300969
This trial is looking for adults with recurrent depression to see if DT-101 can help. Participants will visit the clinic every couple of weeks for health checks and to complete questionnaires.
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A Study of a Deuterated Psilocin Analog (CYB003) in Humans With Major Depressive Disorder
PHASE3 Birmingham, Alabama +4 sites NCT06793397
This trial is looking for adults with major depressive disorder to see if CYB003 is effective and safe. Participants will take either the drug or a placebo while continuing their current antidepressant medication.
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A Study to Evaluate TNX-102 SL Monotherapy Versus Placebo in Participants With Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
PHASE2 Phoenix, Arizona +4 sites NCT07621237
This trial is looking for adults with major depressive disorder to see if a new treatment called TNX-102 SL helps improve their symptoms. Participants will take the treatment or a placebo for 6 weeks and visit the clinic every two weeks for checkups.
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Where the Depression studies are in Nevada

  • Clinical Research Site, Las Vegas1 trial
  • Draig Clinical Site, Las Vegas1 trial
  • Lipocine Investigational Site, Las Vegas1 trial
  • Redbird Clinical Research, LLC, Las Vegas1 trial
  • Redbird Research, Las Vegas1 trial
  • Redbird Research, LLC, Las Vegas1 trial

Counts are recruiting studies listing at least one site in Nevada, from ClinicalTrials.gov, refreshed every two days.

Depression clinical trials in Nevada: common questions

How many Depression clinical trials are recruiting in Nevada?
TrialFinder currently lists 7 recruiting Depression clinical trials with study sites in Nevada. Results are updated regularly from ClinicalTrials.gov, the official U.S. registry of clinical studies.
Where are Depression clinical trials located in Nevada?
Sites for these Depression trials are spread across Nevada. Open any trial to see its full list of participating locations and contact details.
Do I need insurance to join a Depression clinical trial in Nevada?
No. Study-related care is covered by the trial sponsor at no cost to participants, including the study treatment, required lab tests and study visits. Many Depression trials in Nevada also compensate participants for time and travel. Health insurance is not required to search or enroll.
How do I qualify for a Depression clinical trial in Nevada?
Each study sets its own criteria based on age, Depression diagnosis details, prior treatments, current medications and general health. The fastest way to find out is to contact a research site directly — most will pre-screen you by phone in 10 to 15 minutes at no charge. You can also create a free TrialFinder profile to be matched automatically.
Do I have to stop my antidepressant to join a depression trial?
Not always. Many trials add the study treatment to the antidepressant you already take; others ask for a supervised taper before starting. Each listing states which, and the study doctor manages any change.
Is there a placebo in depression trials?
Most medicine trials include a placebo arm, often with two active participants for every one on placebo, and usually followed by an extension where everyone receives the drug. Therapy, device and app trials generally compare against usual care instead.
Can I join if I am already seeing a therapist?
Usually yes for medicine trials, provided the therapy has been ongoing and stable. Trials of a specific therapy may ask you not to start a second one during the study.
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