Esketamine Nasal Spray for Treatment-Resistant Depression

A Study of Esketamine Nasal Spray Versus Placebo Spray in Adult Participants With Treatment-resistant Depression

Recruiting Phase 3 Interventional Study
Depressive Disorder, Treatment-Resistant
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 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 3
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
348 (estimated)
Sponsor
Janssen Research & Development, LLC · Industry
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with treatment-resistant depression. Participants will compare two doses of esketamine nasal spray with a placebo to see how well it improves their symptoms.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD).
  • I have not improved with at least 2 different oral antidepressant treatments.
  • My current episode of depression started before I turned 55 years old.
  • I am comfortable using a nasal spray.
  • I can follow the nasal spray instructions.
  • My depression symptoms have been assessed and confirmed.
  • I can provide records of my past treatments.
  • If I am a woman of childbearing age, I have had a negative pregnancy test.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have used ketamine or esketamine before.
  • I have not improved with electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) or transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).
  • I have received vagal nerve stimulation (VNS) or deep brain stimulation (DBS) for depression.
  • I have had suicidal thoughts or behaviors in the past 6 months.
  • I have a history of moderate or severe substance or alcohol use disorder in the past 6 months.
  • I have a history of seizures.

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
The purpose of this study is to evaluate how well each individual dose of esketamine (56 milligrams \[mg\] and 84 mg) works when compared with placebo in improving depressive symptoms in participants with treatment resistant depression (individuals with major depressive disorder \[MDD\] who have not responded to at least 2 different antidepressant treatments given at an adequate dose for an adequa…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Participant must meet the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th edition) (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria for single-episode major depressive disorder (MDD) (if single episode MDD, the duration of the episode must be greater than or equal to \[\>=\] 12 months) …
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Study Contact

844-434-4210

Participate-In-This-Study1@its.jnj.com

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