Adalimumab for Major Depressive Disorder

Precision Depression Adalimumab Trial

Recruiting Phase 2 Interventional Study
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
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 2
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
60 (estimated)
Sponsor
Daniel Moriarity · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with Major Depressive Disorder who are taking Lexapro. Participants will receive either the study medication adalimumab or a placebo every two weeks and fill out daily surveys for 57 days.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Must be taking Lexapro
Rules you out Congestive heart failure

You may be able to join if

  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I have been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder.
  • I am taking Lexapro for at least the last 4 weeks.
  • I can take oral medications and injections.
  • I will use effective contraception if female and able to become pregnant.
  • I have signed the informed consent form.
  • I have access to a phone or computer with a camera.

You may not be able to join if

  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I have a current infection.
  • I have a known cancer.
  • I have a current autoimmune condition.
  • I have a history of severe immune conditions.
  • I have a history of a demyelinating disease.
  • I have a history of seizure disorder.
  • I have a substance use disorder.

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 goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the anti-inflammatory medication adalimumab improves depressive symptoms in adults with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) who are already taking the anti-depressant medication Lexapro (escitalopram). The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. Does adalimumab improve the symptoms of some patients with MDD who are already taking an anti-depressant? 2.…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Provision of signed and dated informed consent form * Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study * Male or female, aged 18+ years * Meet DSM-5 criteria for Major Depressive Disorder * baseline serum TNF-alpha (average …
Contacts

Daniel P Moriarity, PhD

(484) 808-5930

dmori@upenn.edu

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