Rexulti

Schizophrenia, Depression, Antidepressants

Treatment

20 Active Studies for Rexulti

What is Rexulti

Brexpiprazole

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Brexpiprazole is a medication prescribed to treat schizophrenia and major depressive disorder (MDD). It works by modulating the activity of serotonin and dopamine in the brain, while also blocking serotonin 2A receptors. Brexpiprazole has been designed to provide better results than other treatments for depression, with fewer side effects such as restlessness and insomnia.

Rexulti

is the brand name

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Rexulti Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Rexulti

Brexpiprazole

2015

22

Effectiveness

How Rexulti works in the body

Brexpiprazole helps treat depression and schizophrenia, but exactly how it works is not known. It appears to work by partially activating serotonin and dopamine receptors, while blocking serotonin 2A receptors.

When to interrupt dosage

The amount of Rexulti is contingent upon the indicated disorder, including Depression, Schizophrenia and Antidepressive Agents. The measure of dosage is subject to the mode of administration (e.g. Oral or Kit; Tablet) featured in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Schizophrenia

0.25 mg, , 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg

, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated

Depression

0.25 mg, , 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg

, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated

Antidepressants

0.25 mg, , 0.5 mg, 1.0 mg, 2.0 mg, 3.0 mg, 4.0 mg

, Tablet, Oral, Tablet - Oral, Kit; Tablet, Kit; Tablet - Oral, Tablet, film coated - Oral, Tablet, film coated

Warnings

Rexulti has one restriction. Therefore, it should not be consumed when any of the conditions outlined in the table below are present.

Rexulti Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Severe Hypersensitivity Reactions

Do Not Combine

Brexpiprazole may interact with Pulse Frequency

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Rexulti.

Common Rexulti Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Alfuzosin

Major

Brexpiprazole may increase the hypotensive activities of Alfuzosin.

Amisulpride

Major

Brexpiprazole may increase the antipsychotic activities of Amisulpride.

Aripiprazole lauroxil

Major

Brexpiprazole may increase the orthostatic hypotensive, hypotensive, and antihypertensive activities of Aripiprazole lauroxil.

Astemizole

Major

The metabolism of Astemizole can be decreased when combined with Brexpiprazole.

Azelastine

Major

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

Rexulti Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Common side effects of antipsychotic drugs include weight gain, restlessness, fatigue, trembling, and a sore throat. Babies exposed to antipsychotics during the third trimester of pregnancy may experience symptoms such as muscle stiffness or withdrawal.

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Rexulti Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Rexulti?

There are currently 356 active studies investigating the efficacy of Rexulti in treating Depression, Schizophrenia and other Antidepressive-related ailments.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Schizophrenia

94 Actively Recruiting

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

Depression

216 Actively Recruiting

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

Antidepressants

0 Actively Recruiting

Rexulti Reviews: What are patients saying about Rexulti?

4.3

Patient Review

6/24/2022

Rexulti for Additional Medications to Treat Depression

So far, Rexulti has been working well for me in combination with Lexapro. If you're considering this medication for depression, just know that you should also be taking an antidepressant. I'd say it's worth giving Rexulti a chance if you're starting out.

4

Patient Review

1/26/2022

Rexulti for Major Depressive Disorder

I've been taking this medication for a few years now and it's really helped me become more stable and level-headed. I used to have a lot of negative and racing thoughts, but that has reduced significantly. I'm also a lot less snippy and short tempered. Additionally, I've even lost 50 pounds since starting the medication–which is great considering I'm still 80 pounds overweight. Thankful for modern medicine indeed.

2.7

Patient Review

9/5/2022

Rexulti for Major Depressive Disorder

This medication helped with my anxiety, but the restlessness and increased appetite were too much to handle. I had to stop taking it.

2.7

Patient Review

9/24/2021

Rexulti for Additional Medications to Treat Depression

I didn't see many results from this treatment, even after taking it for several months. The only real changes I noticed were weight gain and fatigue.

2.3

Patient Review

9/5/2022

Rexulti for Major Depressive Disorder

At first, this medication was highly effective for me. However, the longer I took it, the more my emotions became blunted. Eventually, I had to stop taking the medication entirely due to the lack of feelings.

2

Patient Review

1/10/2022

Rexulti for Additional Medications to Treat Depression

Unfortunately, this medication caused my throat to close up and I had a lot of trouble swallowing. This then led to me having my first panic attack as I felt like I couldn't breathe. It was awful and scary. Thankfully, after stopping the medication and having an endoscopy done to fix my throat, I finally started feeling normal again after about three months.

1.3

Patient Review

2/28/2022

Rexulti for Major Depressive Disorder

I had the Mirena IUD inserted which stopped my periods. Rexulti, however, brought them back with a vengeance after about six months. When I stopped taking Rexulti for just three days, the periods went away; but as soon as I started up again, they came back full force and lasted over nine days. Needless to say, I'll be stoppingRexulti--the benefits are not worth it.
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Patient Q&A Section about rexulti

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

Is Rexulti the same as Abilify?

"The company Otsuka claims that the drug Rexulti has a stronger activity at dopamine (D2) receptors as well as 5-HT2A serotonin receptors than the drug Abilify. They say that these attributes make Rexulti an improvement on Abilify, but only time will tell whether or not this is the actually the case."

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Is Rexulti good for depression?

"Adding Rexulti to ongoing antidepressant treatment led to a 62% greater reduction in symptoms of depression in a 6-week long study in adults."

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Is Rexulti an antidepressant?

"Rexulti may cause serious side effects, including:

Suicidal thoughts or actions

Abnormal bleeding

Swelling of the hands, legs, and feet

High blood sugar

Low sodium levels in the blood

Low white blood cell counts

Liver problems

Low platelet counts

Rexulti may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

Rexulti is a prescription medicine used to treat adults with major depressive disorder (MDD).

Rexulti is not approved for use in children.

Important Safety Information

Suicidal Thoughts and Actions

Antidepressants increased the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior in children, adolescents, and young adults in short-term studies. These studies did not show an increase in the risk of suicidal thoughts and behavior with antidepressant use in patients over age 24; there was a reduction in risk with antidepressant use in patients aged 65 and older.

Depression and other serious mental illnesses are themselves associated with increases in the risk of suicide. Patients of all ages who are started on antidepressant therapy should be monitored appropriately and observed closely for clinical worsening, suicidality, or unusual changes in behavior. Families and caregivers should be advised of the need for close observation and communication with the prescriber. Rexulti is not approved for use in pediatric patients.

Abnormal Bleeding

Rexulti and other antidepressant medicines may increase your risk of bleeding or bruising, especially if you take the blood thinner warfarin (Coumadin®, Jantoven®), a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs, like ibuprofen or naproxen), or aspirin.

Swelling of the Hands, Legs, and Feet

Rexulti and other antidepressant medicines may increase your risk of swelling, especially of your hands, legs, and feet. Tell your doctor if you have swelling in any of these areas."

Answered by AI

What is Rexulti used to treat?

"This medication is used to manage certain mental/mood disorders (e.g. schizophrenia, depression). It helps patients to think more clearly, feel less anxious, and participate in everyday activities. Additionally, it may diminish hallucinations (e.g. hearing/seeing things that are not actually there)."

Answered by AI

How does Rexulti make you feel?

"Most of the side effects associated with REXULTI are common, such as weight gain and feeling restless. These were reported during clinical studies of adults with major depressive disorder."

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Is Abilify the same as Rexulti?

"Otsuka Pharmaceuticals claims that Rexulti has a stronger effect on dopamine (D2) receptors and 5-HT2A serotonin receptors than Abilify. They say that this makes Rexulti an improvement on Abilify, but only time will tell if this is truly the case."

Answered by AI

Clinical Trials for Rexulti

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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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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 (+9 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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High-Dose tDCS for Depression

18 - 70
All Sexes
Charleston, SC

In this study, investigators are testing whether a higher dose of a non-invasive brain stimulation technique, called transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS), can be safely used in people with depression. Participants will come to the Brain Stimulation Lab and receive mild electrical stimulation through electrodes placed on their scalp. The study begins with a safety run-in, where the first few participants will receive stimulation at gradually increasing levels (2, 4, and 6 milliamps) while being closely monitored. If no serious side effects are found, later participants will receive repeated 6 milliamp sessions for 5 days total. Investigators will check skin comfort, mood, and overall tolerability after each session.

Recruiting
Has No Placebo

MUSC Brain Stimulation Lab

Clayton Olash, MD

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