KarXT for Manic Episodes in Bipolar-I Disorder

A Study to Assess the Long-term Safety of KarXT for the Treatment of Manic Episodes in Bipolar-I Disorder (BALSAM-3)

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Bipolar Disorder Type I With Mania
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. 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
18 – 65
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
450 (estimated)
Sponsor
Bristol-Myers Squibb · Industry
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for people with Bipolar-I disorder who experience mania. Participants will take KarXT to assess its long-term safety and how well it works.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have completed a previous study with KarXT.
  • I have a diagnosis of Bipolar-I disorder with mania.
  • I have a Young Mania Rating Scale score of 14 or higher.
  • I have a CGI-BP score of 3 or higher.
  • I do not need hospitalization for my mania.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have a risk for suicidal behavior.
  • I was discontinued from any previous KarXT studies.
  • I have rapid cycling Bipolar-I disorder.
  • I have another serious mental health disorder.
  • I have a moderate to severe substance use disorder.
  • I have had severe constipation in the last 6 months.
  • I have a history or high risk of urinary retention or serious eye conditions.

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, open-label extension study to assess the long-term safety of KarXT for the treatment of mania or mania with mixed features in Bipolar-I disorder (BP-I) The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the long-term safety and tolerability of KarXT in the treatment of participants with mania or mania with mixed features associated with BP-I.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants who participated in double-blind placebo-controlled study (CN0120036, CN0120037, or CN0120046): a. Participants must have completed treatment period of parent study. * De novo participants who did not participate in double-blind placebo-controlled studies: 1…
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