KarXT for Psychosis Related to Alzheimer's Disease

A Study to Assess Efficacy and Safety of KarXT for the Treatment of Psychosis Associated With Alzheimer's Disease (ADEPT-1)

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Psychosis Associated With Alzheimer's Disease
Pivotal Trial This treatment is in the last trial phase before FDA approval. Prior Safety Data This treatment has already been tested in at least one earlier human trial.
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At a Glance
Age
55 – 90
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
410 (estimated)
Sponsor
Karuna Therapeutics, Inc., a Bristol Myers Squibb company · Industry
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for older adults with psychosis associated with Alzheimer's Disease. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either KarXT or a placebo for 38 weeks, with regular visits to monitor their condition.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must be taking Cholinesterase inhibitorsMemantine
Rules you out Severe renal impairmentHistory of strokeSevere heart diseaseHistory of seizures

You may be able to join if

  • I am aged 55 to 90 years old.
  • I can understand the study and give consent.
  • I have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease.
  • I have a recent brain scan ruling out other conditions.
  • I live at the same address for at least 4 weeks before the study.
  • I have a caregiver or study partner who can help.
  • I have a history of psychotic symptoms for at least 2 months.
  • I have specific scores indicating the severity of my symptoms.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have psychosis caused by a condition other than Alzheimer's.
  • I had a major depressive episode with psychotic features in the last year.
  • I have bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, or schizoaffective disorder.
  • I have significant medical conditions that could affect my safety.
  • I have had a stroke in the last 12 months.
  • I have had a heart attack in the last 6 months.
  • I have a history of serious gastrointestinal or urinary issues.
  • I am at risk of suicidal behavior.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
This is a Phase 3, 38-week, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, multicenter, outpatient study in subjects with psychosis associated with Alzheimer's Disease. The primary objective of the study is to evaluate relapse prevention in subjects with psychosis associated with Alzheimer's Disease treated with KarXT compared to placebo. The secondary objectives of the study are to evaluate the t…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Is aged 55 to 90 years, inclusive, at Screening * Can understand the nature of the study and protocol requirements and provide a signed informed consent form before any study assessments are performed. If the subject is deemed not competent to provide consent, the following re…
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