Effexor Xr

Migraine, Panic Disorder, Migraine Disorders + 7 more

Treatment

5 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Effexor Xr

What is Effexor Xr

Venlafaxine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Venlafaxine (Effexor) is an antidepressant that works by blocking the transporters for the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine, allowing them to stay active in the synapse longer. It is approved to treat major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, and panic disorder. Venlafaxine has also been used off-label to prevent migraine headaches, reduce menopause symptoms, and treat neuropathic pain.

Effexor

is the brand name

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Effexor Xr Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Effexor

Venlafaxine

1993

725

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Venlafaxine, also known as Effexor, is approved by the FDA for 5 uses such as Hot Flashes and Breast Cancer .

Hot Flashes

Helps manage Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause

Breast Cancer

Helps manage Breast Cancer

Depression

Breast Cancer

Helps manage Breast Cancer

Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause

Helps manage Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause

Effectiveness

How Effexor Xr Affects Patients

Venlafaxine is a type of medicine used to treat mental health disorders. It works by increasing the level of certain chemicals in the brain and does not affect other parts of the body.

How Effexor Xr works in the body

Venlafaxine works by blocking the reuptake of serotonin and norepinephrine, two important chemicals in the brain that help regulate mood. This allows these chemicals to remain active in the brain, helping to improve mood and reduce symptoms of depression and other psychiatric disorders. Venlafaxine has a higher preference for serotonin than norepinephrine, so at low doses it mainly increases serotonin levels. At higher doses, it blocks reuptake of both serotonin and norepinephrine. It also weakly blocks reuptake of dopamine.

When to interrupt dosage

The prescribed dosage of Effexor Xr is contingent upon the diagnosed state, including Social Anxiety Disorder, Neuropathic Pain and Vasomotor Symptoms Associated With Menopause. The amount of dosage is subject to change as per the administration technique (e.g. Tablet or Tablet - Oral) highlighted in the following table.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Panic Disorder

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Migraine Disorders

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Breast Cancer

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Postmenopause

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Depression

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Hot Flashes

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Migraine

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Social Anxiety Disorder

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Neuropathic Pain

, 75.0 mg, 150.0 mg, 37.5 mg, 25.0 mg, 50.0 mg, 100.0 mg, 225.0 mg

Capsule, extended release, Oral, , Capsule, extended release - Oral, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, coated - Oral, Tablet, coated, Capsule, delayed release, Capsule, delayed release - Oral, Capsule, coated, extended release, Capsule, coated, extended release - Oral

Warnings

Effexor Xr Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Venlafaxine may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Effexor Xr.

Common Effexor Xr Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Azelastine

Major

Venlafaxine may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Azelastine.

Ethanol

Major

Venlafaxine may increase the central nervous system depressant (CNS depressant) activities of Ethanol.

Hydroxyzine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Venlafaxine is combined with Hydroxyzine.

Iobenguane

Major

The therapeutic efficacy of Iobenguane can be decreased when used in combination with Venlafaxine.

Methylene blue

Major

Venlafaxine may increase the serotonergic activities of Methylene blue.

Effexor Xr Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Taking too much venlafaxine can be dangerous. In studies, female rats had a toxic dose of 350 mg/kg and male rats had a toxic dose of 700 mg/kg. Common symptoms of an overdose include drowsiness, numbness in the hands and feet, nausea and vomiting, low blood pressure, muscle breakdown, dizziness, confusion, and an irregular heartbeat. There is no cure for overdose and treatment may include hospitalization and activated charcoal. Studies suggest that an overdose of venlafaxine is more likely to be fatal than with other antidepressants, but less likely than with tricyclic antidepressants.

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Effexor Xr Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Effexor Xr?

1038 clinical trials are presently underway to research the potential of Effexor Xr in alleviating Neuropathic Pain, preventing migraine headaches, and managing Vasomotor Symptoms related to Menopause.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Depression

216 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3, Phase 2, Not Applicable, Phase 4, Phase 1, Early Phase 1

Panic Disorder

13 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Postmenopause

5 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Not Applicable

Neuropathic Pain

4 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 2

Migraine

51 Actively Recruiting

Phase 4, Not Applicable, Phase 1, Phase 3, Phase 2, Early Phase 1

Breast Cancer

19 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Phase 1, Not Applicable

Migraine Disorders

1 Actively Recruiting

Phase 3

Social Anxiety Disorder

16 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable

Hot Flashes

5 Actively Recruiting

Phase 2, Not Applicable

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

7 Actively Recruiting

Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3

Effexor Xr Reviews: What are patients saying about Effexor Xr?

5

Patient Review

9/18/2022

Effexor Xr for Anxiousness associated with Depression

Effexor has been working great for me for over 15 years now. I know that if I were to stop taking it, I would probably experience withdrawal symptoms; however, that's not going to stop me from taking it because it's the only medication that has made me feel like my normal self again.

5

Patient Review

8/25/2022

Effexor Xr for Major Depressive Disorder

I was on 150mg of this medication, but due to some manic symptoms, my doctor lowered my dosage back to 75mg. After a while, I started having trouble focusing again, so I asked to be raised back up to 150mg. The benefits of this medication (e.g., being interested in activities and being able to focus) outweigh the risks of manic behavior for me.

5

Patient Review

10/1/2022

Effexor Xr for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

This drug has helped me so much with my ADD. I was really struggling in school, but now I'm getting good grades and doing well. There have been times when I couldn't afford the medicine but I have never suffered any side effects when I didn't have it.

5

Patient Review

8/25/2022

Effexor Xr for Major Depressive Disorder

I was feeling great on 150mg of Venlafaxine XR, but then my doctor lowered me back to 75mg due to some manic symptoms. However, I started having problems focusing again, so I asked to be raised back up to 150mg. This medication has really helped me be interested in activities and focus on one thing at a time, which used to be a problem for me.

5

Patient Review

9/18/2022

Effexor Xr for Anxiousness associated with Depression

I've been on Effexor XR for over 15 years. It's helped me immensely, and I don't plan to stop taking it any time soon even though I know there would be withdrawal symptoms.

5

Patient Review

10/1/2022

Effexor Xr for Attention Deficit Disorder with Hyperactivity

This medication has helped my focus and attention span so much. I used to really struggle in school, but now I'm doing well and getting good grades. There have been times when I couldn't afford the medicine, but I never experienced any negative side effects from not taking it. In my opinion, this is an amazing drug; however, you should make the decision that's best for you.

4

Patient Review

7/26/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

I've read a lot of reviews talking about the terrible withdrawal symptoms, but I think that if you take this medication as prescribed and have severe enough depression or anxiety, it can really change your life for the better. I do occasionally miss doses because you have to take this with food, but that's my only complaint.

4

Patient Review

9/30/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

I found that I didn't experience any negative side effects when reducing the number of pills I took. You can ask your pharmacist to prepare it for you (to be confirmed). Effexor helped me deal with depression and anxiety. Quitting a medication must be done very slowly, over time, to make it safe. There is no emergency.

4

Patient Review

9/30/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

I had no negative experiences when reducing the number of pills I took per day. You might be able to ask a pharmacy to prepare it for you (not sure). Effexor really helped with my depression and anxiety. Quitting any medication should be done slowly and over time - there's no rush.

4

Patient Review

7/26/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

I've found that as long as I'm consistent with taking this medication, it can really help improve my quality of life. The only downside is that you have to take it with food, which can sometimes be difficult to remember.

3.7

Patient Review

6/7/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

My daughter has been on Effexor for two months and it has helped her, though she constantly feels exhausted and struggles to stay awake. Has anyone else experienced this side effect?

3.7

Patient Review

6/7/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

My daughter has been on Effexor for 2 months and it has helped her, but the side effect of excessive drowsiness has made it hard for her to function. Has anyone else experienced this? And if so, did it improve over time?

3

Patient Review

9/1/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

There is a clear withdrawal problem with Effexor XR because of its short half life. The company needs to either fix this problem or take the drug off the market, as it is too dangerous. Neurological problems such as dizziness, altered gait, and feeling rage are significant. Pfizer needs to acknowledge this and fix the issue or give up on the drug altogether.

3

Patient Review

9/1/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

Effexor XR has a definite withdrawal problem because of its short half life. This creates significant neurological problems like dizziness, an altered gait, and feeling rage. The company should either fix this or take it off the market as it is too dangerous.

2.3

Patient Review

6/14/2022

Effexor Xr for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome

I was really surprised by how quickly this medication made me feel drunk. I had never experienced anything like it before. The next day was even worse, as I couldn't even keep my eyes open and was sweating profusely.

2.3

Patient Review

8/29/2022

Effexor Xr for Anxiousness associated with Depression

I experienced some success while taking this medication; however, weaning off the drug was an absolute nightmare. The vertigo and "electrical shocks" to my muscles were very unpleasant. I still have issues with "brain stutters" years later. Any doctor prescribing this medication should be required to take it first.

2.3

Patient Review

6/14/2022

Effexor Xr for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome

I took 37.5mg of this drug for the first time and within a few hours I was more intoxicated than I have ever been in my life. I experienced dizziness, nausea, slurred speech, loss of coordination, total floppyness, vomiting and sweating. The following day I couldnt open my eyes and was on the nod. Diarrhoea galore

2.3

Patient Review

8/29/2022

Effexor Xr for Anxiousness associated with Depression

I experienced some success while taking this medication, however upon deciding to wean myself off of it I found the process to be incredibly difficult. The withdrawal symptoms were debilitating and lasted for several months. I still experience negative effects from this drug years later.

1

Patient Review

9/19/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

Effexor was terrible for me. If I even missed a single dose by a couple hours, the effects would last all day. It also took four months for me to get this out of my system. I would never recommend it to anyone.

1

Patient Review

9/11/2022

Effexor Xr for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome

This drug was really terrible and it's hard to believe that it's legal. The side effects were really bad and it's so hard to stop taking it. Don't bother with this drug, it's not worth it.

1

Patient Review

9/19/2022

Effexor Xr for Depression

Effexor was terrible. If I missed a single dose by a couple of hours, it would ruin my day. It also took me four months to get this out of my system. I would never recommend it to anyone.

1

Patient Review

9/11/2022

Effexor Xr for Posttraumatic Stress Syndrome

This drug is really terrible and I can't believe it's legal. The side effects are awful and it's so hard to stop taking it. Don't bother with this stuff; it's not worth your time or energy.
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Patient Q&A Section about effexor xr

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Effexor XR like Xanax?

"Effexor XR is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) and Xanax is a benzodiazepine.

Are Effexor XR and Xanax the same medication? Effexor XR (venlafaxine hydrochloride extended-release) and Xanax (alprazolam) are both used to treat patients with panic and anxiety disorders. Effexor XR is also used to treat patients with major depressive disorders. Effexor XR and Xanax, however, belong to different drug classes. Effexor XR is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) and Xanax is a benzodiazepine."

Answered by AI

Can Effexor XR cause weight gain?

"A lot of patients gain a lot of weight when taking antidepressants like paroxetine and mirtazapine."

Answered by AI

What does Effexor XR do?

"Venlafaxine is known as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

Venlafaxine is used to treat depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and social anxiety disorder. It can help improve your mood, give you more energy, and help you take an interest in activities you normally don't enjoy. Additionally, it can decrease fear, anxiety, and the number of panic attacks you experience. The drug is classified as a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI)."

Answered by AI

Is Effexor a strong antidepressant?

"The researchers inspected 21 antidepressants in total and discovered that they were all more potent than a placebo. Out of these 21 antidepressants, Effexor was found to be one of the more reliable ones; however, Zoloft was more tolerant."

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Clinical Trials for Effexor Xr

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Acupuncture for Prostate Cancer

18+
Male
Fairfax, VA

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in the United States. Many men with prostate cancer are treated with hormone therapy, also called androgen deprivation therapy (ADT). While this treatment is effective, it often causes bothersome side effects such as hot flashes, poor sleep, fatigue, and other physical and emotional symptoms. There is currently no standard treatment to help manage these side effects in men. Acupuncture is a non-drug treatment that has been shown to help reduce hot flashes and related symptoms in women receiving hormone therapy for breast cancer. However, much less is known about whether acupuncture is helpful for men receiving hormone therapy for prostate cancer. This study will test whether an acupuncture program, combined with usual lifestyle education, is feasible and acceptable for men undergoing ADT. The study will also explore whether acupuncture may help reduce hot flashes and improve related symptoms. A total of 24 men with prostate cancer receiving ADT will be randomly assigned to one of two groups: one group will begin acupuncture right away, and the other group will begin acupuncture after a delay, with regular check-ins during the waiting period. All participants will receive standard lifestyle education. Participants will be followed for about five months and will be asked to complete daily hot flash diaries, questionnaires about their symptoms and quality of life, and wear a Fitbit to track sleep. The results of this pilot study will help determine whether a larger study should be conducted to better understand the role of acupuncture in managing hormone therapy side effects in men with prostate cancer.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Inova Schar Cancer Institute

Jeanny Aragon-Ching, MD

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App-based Breathing Program for Migraine

18+
All Sexes
Phoenix, AZ

Migraine is one of the most common neurological disorders, characterized by recurrent headaches, sensitivity to light and movement, nausea, and autonomic dysregulation. Although mind-body interventions like biofeedback have shown their efficacy, they remain underutilized due to barriers such as transportation, time constraints, lack of awareness, stigma, and cost. A targeted approach to enhancing HRV is HRV biofeedback (HRVB), a technique using visual or auditory feedback to help people regulate HRV through slow-paced breathing and positive emotional regulation to promote ANS balance and emotional resilience. Investigators will conduct a remotely delivered pilot RCT of an 8-week, 10 min/day, novel app-based HRVB intervention compared to a sham control intervention (matching intervention time and attention with no biofeedback component) in adult with chronic migraine. Investigators hypothesize data collected from the study will: a) support the feasibility and acceptability of the remotely delivered app-based HRVB intervention among adults with chronic migraine, and b) provide insights into refining the intervention by examining patterns of change in migraine and psychological outcomes from pre- to post-intervention.

Waitlist Available
Online Trial

Arizona State University

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Psilocybin-assisted CBT for Depression

21 - 60
All Sexes
Los Angeles, CA

The primary objectives of this clinical investigation are to (1) determine the acceptability and feasibility of joining psilocybin-assisted therapy with cognitive-behavioral therapy (PA-CBT) for patients with depression, (2) optimize CBT to most effectively integrate the psilocybin experience with psychotherapy and (3) examine the clinical benefit of psilocybin as an adjunct to cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for major depressive disorder. This study is a randomized, two-arm, fixed dose trial that will test the feasibility, acceptability, and participant and therapist adherence to PA-CBT. Both treatment arms will receive two doses of psilocybin (10mg and then 25mg, separated by one month). In Phase II, participants will be randomized (1:1) to either a 12-session PA-CBT or a 6-session standard psilocybin-assisted therapy (PAT) condition (3 hours of preparation plus 3 hours of supportive therapy integration following the psilocybin experiences).

Phase 1 & 2
Recruiting

UCLA Semel Institute

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Supplemental Imaging for Breast Cancer

25 - 55
Female
St Louis, MO

Recent research has shown that, among women with extremely dense breasts and normal results on mammogram, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) use has significantly reduced the occurrence of breast cancer that is diagnosed during the time between two regular screening mammograms (also known as interval cancers). The investigators have developed and validated an approach to use the whole mammogram image, develop a mammogram risk score (MRS), and calibrate this to the SEER breast cancer incidence rates for US women. This model (Prognosia Breast) generates an absolute 5-year risk of breast cancer and classifies approximately 5.7% of the population as high risk using the ASCO 3% cut point as used for endocrine therapy to reduce risk. Follow-up generates an incidence of 25.2 cases per 1,000 women per year.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Washington University School of Medicine

Tabassum Ahmad, M.D.

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Icalcaprant for Depression

18 - 65
All Sexes
Walnut Creek, CA

Major depressive disorder (MDD; depression) is a mood disorder that causes a continued feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It is a common and serious illness that can cause both emotional and physical symptoms such as feelings of sadness, irritability, not being able to focus on activities, tiredness, changes in eating habits, and aches and pains. This study will assess the changes in disease activity and adverse events of oral Icalcaprant in adult participants with major depressive disorder who are currently experiencing a major depressive episode (MDE). Icalcaprant is an investigational drug being developed for the treatment of depressive episodes in adult participants with major depressive disorder. Participants are placed in 1 of 3 groups, called treatment arms. There is a 1 in 3 chance that a participant will be assigned to placebo treatment. Around 195 adult participant with major depressive disorder will be enrolled in approximately 35 sites in North America. Participants will receive oral capsules of Icalcaprant or matching placebo once daily for 6 weeks, with a 30-day safety follow-up. There may be a higher treatment burden for participants in this trial compared to their standard of care. Participants will attend regular visits during the study at a hospital or clinic. The effect of the treatment will be checked by medical assessments, blood tests, checking for side effects and completing questionnaires.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Sunwise Clinical Research /ID# 277555 (+12 Sites)

ABBVIE INC.

AbbVie

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Psychotherapy for Depression

18 - 65
Female
Hamilton, Canada

The RESPOND trial explores the link between early life adversity and later life depressive symptoms. The investigators have designed a new psychological therapy tailored to address the symptoms that can be caused by difficult experiences in early life. These symptoms include low mood, emotional dysregulation, and distressing thoughts and beliefs related to difficult or traumatic experiences. The investigators would like to see if this new therapy helps people feel better. The investigators are also studying the biological changes that can occur as a result of early life adversity, and how this therapy may influence those changes. To do this, The investigators ask questions about participants' physical and mental health and take blood samples.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

Sheryl Green, PhD

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