Purpose

This is a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled pilot study aiming to evaluate the effects of NMRA-335140 on symptoms of major depression in adults with Bipolar (BP) II disorder. The study design consists of a Screening Period (up to 28 days), a 6-week Treatment Period (during which participants will receive either NMRA-335140 or placebo), and a 6-week Safety Follow-up Period.

Condition

Eligibility

Eligible Ages
Between 18 Years and 65 Years
Eligible Genders
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
No

Inclusion Criteria

  1. Have a primary Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition Text Revised (DSM-5-TR) diagnosis of BP II disorder with a current major depressive episode (MDE), without psychotic features confirmed by Structured Clinical Interview for DSM 5 Disorders, Clinical Trials Version (SCID-5-CT) at screening (this may be a first or recurrent episode). 2. Participant's current MDE and lifetime history of hypomanic episodes must be confirmed by independent assessment. 3. The symptoms of the current MDE have been present for more than 4 weeks prior to the Screening Visit, but no longer than 12 months prior to the Screening Visit. 4. Have a MADRS total score of 25 or higher at Screening and Baseline. 5. A change in MADRS total score between Screening and Baseline of ≤20%.

Exclusion Criteria

  1. Have failed 2 or more courses of antidepressant (adequate dose and duration, i.e., minimum 6 weeks) or mood stabilizer/antipsychotic treatment (each or in combination) for treatment of depressive symptoms in the current MDE. 2. Have currently or in the past year any of the following DSM-5-TR disorders: bipolar episodes with mixed features (including the current MDE), bipolar II with rapid cycling pattern (4 or more distinct mood episodes during a 12-month period). Participants with comorbid generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, simple phobias, panic disorder, for whom bipolar II MDE is considered the primary diagnosis are not excluded. 3. Have a lifetime diagnosis of bipolar I disorder (manic episode schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, schizophreniform disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, cluster B personality disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or obsessive- compulsive disorder. 4. Have moderate to severe substance or alcohol use disorder, per DSM-5-TR criteria, within the 12 months prior to screening (excluding nicotine). 5. Are actively suicidal (e.g., any suicide attempts within the past 12 months) or are at serious suicidal risk as indicated by any current suicidal intent, including a plan, as assessed by the Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) (score of "YES" on suicidal ideation Item 4 or 5 within 3 months prior to Visit 1 [screening]) and/or based on clinical evaluation by the Investigator; or are homicidal, in the opinion of the Investigator. Note: Other protocol defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria may apply.

Study Design

Phase
Phase 2
Study Type
Interventional
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention Model
Parallel Assignment
Primary Purpose
Treatment
Masking
Quadruple (Participant, Care Provider, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Masking Description
Sponsor will also be blinded

Arm Groups

ArmDescriptionAssigned Intervention
Experimental
NMRA-335140 80 milligrams (mg) once daily (QD)
Participants will receive a NMRA-335140 tablet at a dose of 80 mg QD.
  • Drug: NMRA-335140 80 mg
    Participants will receive NMRA-335140 at a dose of 80 mg QD, orally.
    Other names:
    • BTRX-335140
    • CYM-53093
    • Navacaprant
Placebo Comparator
Placebo
Placebo participants will receive matching placebo tablet once daily.
  • Drug: Placebo
    Placebo will be administered orally

Recruiting Locations

More Details

Status
Recruiting
Sponsor
Neumora Therapeutics, Inc.

Study Contact

Study Contact
clinicaltrials@neumoratx.com

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