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Alpha-2A Adrenergic Receptor Agonist

BXCL501 for Pediatric Schizophrenia and Bipolar Agitation

Phase 1
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by BioXcel Therapeutics Inc
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Male and female subjects between the ages of 10-17 years with bipolar disorder (DSM-5 criteria)
Male and female subjects between the ages of 13-17 years with schizophrenia (DSM-5 criteria)
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 90, 60, 45, 30, 20,10 minutes - group one only
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Study Summary

This trial shows that BXCL501 is safe and effective in treating children and adolescents with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia who are experiencing acute agitation.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for children and teens aged 10-17 with bipolar disorder, and those aged 13-17 with schizophrenia who are experiencing significant agitation. They must have a specific level of agitation on the PANSS Excited Component scale and agree to use effective birth control. It's not for those who've used certain sedatives recently, are at suicide risk, have serious health issues, or have taken experimental drugs within the last month.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests BXCL501 at different doses (60, 80, and 120 micrograms) against a placebo to see if it helps calm down kids and teens with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia during acute agitation episodes. The effectiveness and safety of these treatments are being compared.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While the side effects aren't specified here, common ones for psychiatric medications like BXCL501 could include drowsiness, headache, stomach upset, changes in appetite or weight; mood swings; dry mouth; increased saliva production; or restlessness.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am between 10-17 years old and have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder.
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I am a teenager aged 13-17 with schizophrenia.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~90, 60, 45, 30, 20,10 minutes - group one only
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 90, 60, 45, 30, 20,10 minutes - group one only for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Secondary outcome measures
Syndrome

Trial Design

4Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: 80 MicrogramsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Sublingual film containing 80 micrograms Dexmedetomidine
Group II: 60 MicrogramsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Sublingual film containing 60 micrograms Dexmedetomidine Europe Only
Group III: 120 MicrogramsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Sublingual film containing 120 micrograms Dexmedetomidine
Group IV: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Sublingual Placebo film

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Who is running the clinical trial?

BioXcel Therapeutics IncLead Sponsor
19 Previous Clinical Trials
2,292 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Schizophrenia
1,017 Patients Enrolled for Schizophrenia
Cognitive Research CorporationIndustry Sponsor
23 Previous Clinical Trials
2,190 Total Patients Enrolled
4 Trials studying Schizophrenia
881 Patients Enrolled for Schizophrenia
Robert Risinger, MDStudy ChairBioXcel Therapeutics
10 Previous Clinical Trials
1,682 Total Patients Enrolled
5 Trials studying Schizophrenia
1,188 Patients Enrolled for Schizophrenia

Media Library

BXCL501 (Alpha-2A Adrenergic Receptor Agonist) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05025605 — Phase 1
Schizophrenia Research Study Groups: 80 Micrograms, 120 Micrograms, Placebo, 60 Micrograms
Schizophrenia Clinical Trial 2023: BXCL501 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05025605 — Phase 1
BXCL501 (Alpha-2A Adrenergic Receptor Agonist) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05025605 — Phase 1

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Have any other trials been conducted to assess the efficacy of BXCL501?

"Currently, there are 110 clinical trials evaluating the efficacy of BXCL501 with 23 studies in their last phase. Most of these tests take place in Karachi, Sindh though there exist 207 sites across the world running this medication's research."

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Who is eligible to take part in this medical experiment?

"This schizophrenia study requires 140 minors between the ages of 10 and 17. Inclusion criteria include a total score of at least 14 on the PANSS Excited Component (PEC) during screening and baseline, an agreement to use reliable birth control methods, as well as a score greater than 4 on one or more PEC items at Baseline."

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How many medical institutions are engaged in executing this experiment?

"At the moment, this clinical trial is being conducted at 6 different sites. These can be found in Orem, Atlanta and Hialeah as well as 3 other cities. To reduce travel requirements for participants it would make sense to pick a clinic that's closest to your location if you enroll."

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Are there still openings available for volunteers to participate in this research endeavor?

"Indeed, according to clinicaltrials.gov, this research initiative is actively enrolling participants; its initial posting was on August 27th 2021 and the most recent update was September 26th 2022. The study seeks 140 volunteers at 6 separate facilities."

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What medical issues is BXCL501 typically administered for?

"BXCL501 is a therapeutic agent used to manage the unsettling symptoms of diseases like ventilations, mechanical, and cyclic vomiting syndrome."

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Has BXCL501 been given the go-ahead by the Food and Drug Administration?

"Due to the limited amount of evidence available for its safety and efficacy, BXCL501 received a score of 1."

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What is the upper bound of participants in this research endeavor?

"Affirmative. This trial is looking for volunteers, and the information found on clinicaltrials.gov confirms this fact. It was first posted in August of 2021 and its most recent update was from September 2022. The experiment needs 140 patients to be recruited from 6 different research centres."

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Does the eligibility criteria for this experiment extend to persons aged 40 and above?

"This trial is targeting individuals aged 10 to 17. On clinicaltrials.gov, there are 367 studies open for minors and 911 trials available to senior citizens above 65 years of age."

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Who else is applying?

How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
BioXcel Clinical Research Site
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
Phone Call
Most responsive sites:
  1. BioXcel Clinical Research Site: < 48 hours
Average response time
  • < 2 Days
~12 spots leftby Jul 2024