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Repeated Intranasal Esketamine Plus Almond Therapy in Participants With Treatment Resistant Depressive Disorder - 3 Month Extension Study (ZYL-730-02)

Primary Purpose

Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder

Status
Withdrawn
Phase
Phase 2
Locations
Study Type
Interventional
Intervention
Almond Therapy
Intranasal ketamine (Esketamine)
Treatment as Usual
Sponsored by
Zylorion Health
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Eligibility
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Arms
Outcomes
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About this trial

This is an interventional treatment trial for Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder

Eligibility Criteria

18 Years - 64 Years (Adult)All SexesDoes not accept healthy volunteers

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. Participants must have completed Study ZYL-730-01 through to Day 28
  2. Adults aged 18-64
  3. Participants must have a level of understanding sufficient to agree to all tests and examinations required by the protocol and must sign an informed consent.
  4. Women must use a medically acceptable reliable means of contraception and must agree to use adequate birth control for the duration of the study and for 6 weeks after the last dose using methods from the permitted list for contraception.
  5. If currently receiving medication for depression their antidepressant dose(s) must be stable for the previous 4 weeks prior to baseline.
  6. Must be on a stable dose of all other medication(s) for at least 1-month prior to baseline visit., unless medication is to treat other short term conditions (i.e. influenza, upper respiratory track infections, pain, etc.)
  7. Controlled hypertension and must be on a stable dose of antihypertensive medications for at least 3 months prior to the baseline visit.

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. Women who plan to become pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  2. Serious unstable medical illness, or any significant change in medical status at the baseline visit and during the study, as determined by the Investigator
  3. Hormonal treatment (e.g., Estrogen) started within the 3 months prior to first dose of study treatment.
  4. Participants who report treatment with a benzodiazepine, an opioid medication, or a mood stabilizer (such as valproic acid or lithium) at the baseline visit and within 2 weeks prior to the first dose of Esketamine .
  5. Participants with confirmed psychotic disorder or symptoms, bipolar disorder and or clinically significant alcohol or substance misuse confirmed by a psychiatrist at the baseline visit. Those participants who develop symptoms of these may be withdrawn from the study, as determined by the Investigator
  6. Current diagnosis of bulimia nervosa, or development of significant eating disorder symptoms at the baseline visit or during the study as determined by the Investigator
  7. Participants who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and who are also currently taking stimulant medication such as methylphenidate or another amphetamine-type medication, or who are diagnosed with this disorder or who start medication for this during the study.
  8. Participants currently taking St John's Wort, Ginseng or Turmeric who start any of these during the study
  9. Participants judged clinically to be actively at serious risk of self-harm or suicidal behaviour by the study team or psychiatrist at baseline or at any time during the study, as determined by the Investigator.
  10. Blood pressure >140/90 at baseline
  11. Participants who are unable to easily travel to the clinic for all of the in-person visits.

Sites / Locations

    Arms of the Study

    Arm 1

    Arm 2

    Arm Type

    Other

    Other

    Arm Label

    Intranasal Esketamine with Addition of Almond TherapyTM

    Intranasal Esketamine with Treatment as Usual

    Arm Description

    Intranasal Esketamine - Dose of 56 mg or 84 mg once a week for 4 weeks followed by 56 mg or 84 mg once every two weeks for 8 weeks.

    Intranasal Esketamine - Dose of 56 mg or 84 mg once a week for 4 weeks followed by 56 mg or 84 mg once every two weeks for 8 weeks.

    Outcomes

    Primary Outcome Measures

    Change in Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)
    The MADRS is a clinician rated 10-item scale where individuals score from 0-6 based on the severity of their symptoms with higher scores indicative of greater severity

    Secondary Outcome Measures

    Change in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (PCL-5
    A 20-item self-administered measure that assesses the presence and severity of PTSD symptoms derived from the symptoms of PTSD in DSM-5. Participants will be asked to rate how bothered they have been by each item in the 4 weeks on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from (0=Not at all to 4=Extremely). The PCL-5 is easily scored by summing all of the items for a total symptom severity score ranging between 0-80. Clinically meaningful PTSD symptoms are present if items are rated as a minimum of 2 = "Moderate" or higher.
    Change in Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
    A 9-item self-administered questionnaire to determine the presence and severity of depression which scores each of the 9 DSM-IV criteria as "0"(not at all), to "3" (nearly everyday
    Change in Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire (GAD-7)
    A 7-item self-administered questionnaire to measure the severity of the levels of anxiety. Each item can be scored 0-3, giving a total score of 0-21.
    Change in Rosenberg Self-Esteem Questionnaire (RSES)
    A 10-item self administered questionnaire to measure change in self esteem following psychological intervention. Each item scoring from 1-4, and higher scores indication greater self-esteem
    Change in Quality of Life 8 Dimensional Questionnaire (AQoL-8D)
    Self administered questionnaire measuring quality of life across 8 domains: independent living, happiness, mental health, coping, relationships, self-worth, pain and senses

    Full Information

    First Posted
    June 24, 2022
    Last Updated
    November 9, 2022
    Sponsor
    Zylorion Health
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    1. Study Identification

    Unique Protocol Identification Number
    NCT05438758
    Brief Title
    Repeated Intranasal Esketamine Plus Almond Therapy in Participants With Treatment Resistant Depressive Disorder - 3 Month Extension Study
    Acronym
    ZYL-730-02
    Official Title
    Phase 2, Controlled, Single-Blind, 3-Month Extension Study For Participants Originally Diagnosed With Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder (TRD) Who Complete Study ZYL-730-01 With, or Without, Almond Therapy
    Study Type
    Interventional

    2. Study Status

    Record Verification Date
    November 2022
    Overall Recruitment Status
    Withdrawn
    Why Stopped
    Withdrawn by Sponsor
    Study Start Date
    January 15, 2023 (Anticipated)
    Primary Completion Date
    February 1, 2024 (Anticipated)
    Study Completion Date
    March 1, 2024 (Anticipated)

    3. Sponsor/Collaborators

    Responsible Party, by Official Title
    Sponsor
    Name of the Sponsor
    Zylorion Health

    4. Oversight

    Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product
    No
    Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product
    No
    Data Monitoring Committee
    No

    5. Study Description

    Brief Summary
    The purpose of this study is to determine if any improvements in depressive symptoms are maintained in the medium and longer-term (up to 3 months)
    Detailed Description
    The duration of the study is 3 months Participants enrolled in the Almond Therapy group will have up to 9 in person visits, including the baseline visits, participants will receive Esketamine on 8 of these visits. There are 12 remote therapy sessions conducted via telephone or video, participants will also receive supportive text messages. In addition, participants will have 4 telephone calls from an independent assessor to ask questions about their mental health (MADRS). Participants enrolled in the Treatment as Usual group will have up to 9 in person visits, including the baseline visits, participants will receive Esketamine on 8 of these visits. Participants will continue to receive the therapy their treating physician felt was appropriate at the time of enrolment in the study. In addition, participants will have 4 telephone calls from an independent assessor to ask questions about their mental health (MADRS). Participants will receive intranasal Esketamine 56mg or 84 mg once weekly for 4 weeks and 56 mg or 84 mg once every 2 weeks for 8 weeks as per Product Monograph

    6. Conditions and Keywords

    Primary Disease or Condition Being Studied in the Trial, or the Focus of the Study
    Treatment Resistant Major Depressive Disorder

    7. Study Design

    Primary Purpose
    Treatment
    Study Phase
    Phase 2
    Interventional Study Model
    Parallel Assignment
    Model Description
    Participants who have received Almond Therapy in study ZYL-730-01 will continue to have this in the extension study Participants who received Treatment as Usual in study ZYL-730-02 will continue to have this in the extension study.
    Masking
    Outcomes Assessor
    Masking Description
    The independent trained individual will not be aware of which treatment arm the participant is in. The Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) assessor will have no other contact with participant apart from remotely assessing the MADRS
    Allocation
    Randomized
    Enrollment
    0 (Actual)

    8. Arms, Groups, and Interventions

    Arm Title
    Intranasal Esketamine with Addition of Almond TherapyTM
    Arm Type
    Other
    Arm Description
    Intranasal Esketamine - Dose of 56 mg or 84 mg once a week for 4 weeks followed by 56 mg or 84 mg once every two weeks for 8 weeks.
    Arm Title
    Intranasal Esketamine with Treatment as Usual
    Arm Type
    Other
    Arm Description
    Intranasal Esketamine - Dose of 56 mg or 84 mg once a week for 4 weeks followed by 56 mg or 84 mg once every two weeks for 8 weeks.
    Intervention Type
    Behavioral
    Intervention Name(s)
    Almond Therapy
    Intervention Description
    Participants will receive 12 remote session conducted by video or phone. Therapy sessions consist of modules selected using a shared decision making process, tailored so that it is personally meaningful to each participants. Participants will also receive supportive text messages on selective days over the 3 months.
    Intervention Type
    Drug
    Intervention Name(s)
    Intranasal ketamine (Esketamine)
    Intervention Description
    Participants will receive 56 mg or 84 mg once a week for 4 weeks followed by 56 mg or 84 mg once every two weeks for 8 weeks
    Intervention Type
    Behavioral
    Intervention Name(s)
    Treatment as Usual
    Intervention Description
    Participants will continue to received the therapy that their treating physician felt was appropriate at the time of enrolment in the study. These can include cognitive behavioural therapy, supportive psychotherapy or mindfulness, support groups, physical activity or relaxation.
    Primary Outcome Measure Information:
    Title
    Change in Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)
    Description
    The MADRS is a clinician rated 10-item scale where individuals score from 0-6 based on the severity of their symptoms with higher scores indicative of greater severity
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 26, 54 and 89
    Secondary Outcome Measure Information:
    Title
    Change in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Checklist for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (PCL-5
    Description
    A 20-item self-administered measure that assesses the presence and severity of PTSD symptoms derived from the symptoms of PTSD in DSM-5. Participants will be asked to rate how bothered they have been by each item in the 4 weeks on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from (0=Not at all to 4=Extremely). The PCL-5 is easily scored by summing all of the items for a total symptom severity score ranging between 0-80. Clinically meaningful PTSD symptoms are present if items are rated as a minimum of 2 = "Moderate" or higher.
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 26, 54 and 82
    Title
    Change in Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9)
    Description
    A 9-item self-administered questionnaire to determine the presence and severity of depression which scores each of the 9 DSM-IV criteria as "0"(not at all), to "3" (nearly everyday
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 12, 26, 40, 54, 68 and 82
    Title
    Change in Generalized Anxiety Disorder Questionnaire (GAD-7)
    Description
    A 7-item self-administered questionnaire to measure the severity of the levels of anxiety. Each item can be scored 0-3, giving a total score of 0-21.
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 12, 26, 40, 54, 68 and 82
    Title
    Change in Rosenberg Self-Esteem Questionnaire (RSES)
    Description
    A 10-item self administered questionnaire to measure change in self esteem following psychological intervention. Each item scoring from 1-4, and higher scores indication greater self-esteem
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 26, 54 and 82
    Title
    Change in Quality of Life 8 Dimensional Questionnaire (AQoL-8D)
    Description
    Self administered questionnaire measuring quality of life across 8 domains: independent living, happiness, mental health, coping, relationships, self-worth, pain and senses
    Time Frame
    Baseline, Day 26, 54 and 82

    10. Eligibility

    Sex
    All
    Minimum Age & Unit of Time
    18 Years
    Maximum Age & Unit of Time
    64 Years
    Accepts Healthy Volunteers
    No
    Eligibility Criteria
    Inclusion Criteria: Participants must have completed Study ZYL-730-01 through to Day 28 Adults aged 18-64 Participants must have a level of understanding sufficient to agree to all tests and examinations required by the protocol and must sign an informed consent. Women must use a medically acceptable reliable means of contraception and must agree to use adequate birth control for the duration of the study and for 6 weeks after the last dose using methods from the permitted list for contraception. If currently receiving medication for depression their antidepressant dose(s) must be stable for the previous 4 weeks prior to baseline. Must be on a stable dose of all other medication(s) for at least 1-month prior to baseline visit., unless medication is to treat other short term conditions (i.e. influenza, upper respiratory track infections, pain, etc.) Controlled hypertension and must be on a stable dose of antihypertensive medications for at least 3 months prior to the baseline visit. Exclusion Criteria: Women who plan to become pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding. Serious unstable medical illness, or any significant change in medical status at the baseline visit and during the study, as determined by the Investigator Hormonal treatment (e.g., Estrogen) started within the 3 months prior to first dose of study treatment. Participants who report treatment with a benzodiazepine, an opioid medication, or a mood stabilizer (such as valproic acid or lithium) at the baseline visit and within 2 weeks prior to the first dose of Esketamine . Participants with confirmed psychotic disorder or symptoms, bipolar disorder and or clinically significant alcohol or substance misuse confirmed by a psychiatrist at the baseline visit. Those participants who develop symptoms of these may be withdrawn from the study, as determined by the Investigator Current diagnosis of bulimia nervosa, or development of significant eating disorder symptoms at the baseline visit or during the study as determined by the Investigator Participants who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD and who are also currently taking stimulant medication such as methylphenidate or another amphetamine-type medication, or who are diagnosed with this disorder or who start medication for this during the study. Participants currently taking St John's Wort, Ginseng or Turmeric who start any of these during the study Participants judged clinically to be actively at serious risk of self-harm or suicidal behaviour by the study team or psychiatrist at baseline or at any time during the study, as determined by the Investigator. Blood pressure >140/90 at baseline Participants who are unable to easily travel to the clinic for all of the in-person visits.
    Overall Study Officials:
    First Name & Middle Initial & Last Name & Degree
    Pierre Chue, MBBCh
    Organizational Affiliation
    Amygdala Associates Inc.
    Official's Role
    Principal Investigator

    12. IPD Sharing Statement

    Plan to Share IPD
    Yes
    IPD Sharing Plan Description
    IPD will be available to other members of the study team including Dr. Craig Buchholz
    IPD Sharing Time Frame
    Throughout the study
    IPD Sharing Access Criteria
    Involved in data collection

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