150 Participants Needed

Sertraline for Anxiety Disorders

(EV-SoPRANO Trial)

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Overseen ByJeffrey R Strawn, MD
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Phase 4
Sponsor: University of Cincinnati
Prior Safety DataThis treatment has passed at least one previous human trial
Approved in 2 JurisdictionsThis treatment is already approved in other countries

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

A Multicenter, acute, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, flexible-dose trial with the treatment of sertraline.

Will I have to stop taking my current medications?

The trial requires that participants have not used SSRIs (a type of antidepressant) within 12 weeks before starting the study and not be on medications affecting the central nervous system that need more than five half-lives to stop. This means you may need to stop certain medications before joining the trial.

What data supports the effectiveness of the drug sertraline for anxiety disorders?

Research shows that sertraline is effective in reducing panic attacks in people with panic disorder and is well-tolerated for treating various anxiety disorders, including obsessive-compulsive disorder and social anxiety.12345

Is sertraline generally safe for humans?

Sertraline, also known as Zoloft, has been shown to be safe for treating various conditions like depression, anxiety, and panic disorders. It is generally well-tolerated, but like all medications, it can have side effects. Studies have evaluated its safety in different settings, confirming its safety profile in humans.15678

How does the drug sertraline differ from other treatments for anxiety disorders?

Sertraline is unique because it is a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) that has been extensively tested and proven effective for various anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and social anxiety, with a well-tolerated safety profile. It is comparable to other medications and therapies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, and is considered a first choice among SSRIs for panic disorder due to its efficacy and tolerability.125910

Research Team

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Jeffrey R Strawn, MD, FAACAP

Principal Investigator

University of Cincinnati

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children and teens aged 8-17 with generalized, social, or separation anxiety disorders. They must be able to use contraception if sexually active, have no major psychiatric or neurological conditions other than anxiety, not be on certain medications recently, and commit to the study schedule.

Inclusion Criteria

Caregiver who is willing to consent to be responsible for safety monitoring of the patient, provide information about the patient.
No clinically significant abnormalities on physical examination.
Negative pregnancy test at Visit 1 in females.
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Exclusion Criteria

You have had an allergic reaction to sertraline in the past.
You have a mental health condition related to mood, except for a few specific types. However, if you have anxiety disorder(s) as your primary diagnosis, you may still be eligible.
I do not have eating, bipolar, or psychotic disorders.
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Timeline

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment

Participants receive sertraline or placebo for 12 weeks, with plasma EVs collected at baseline and serially

12 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

Treatment Details

Interventions

  • Sertraline
Trial Overview The trial tests Sertraline's effectiveness in treating youth with anxiety disorders compared to a placebo. It's a multicenter study where participants are randomly assigned to receive either Sertraline or a dummy pill without knowing which one they're getting.
Participant Groups
3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: sertralineExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
90 patients will be randomized to sertraline
Group II: Healthy ControlActive Control1 Intervention
30 healthy comparison subjects will be followed over the course of 12 weeks
Group III: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
30 patient will be randomized to placebo

Sertraline is already approved in United States, European Union for the following indications:

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Approved in United States as Zoloft for:
  • Depression
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
  • Panic disorder
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
  • Social anxiety disorder
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Approved in European Union as Sertraline for:
  • Major depressive episodes
  • Panic disorder
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder
  • Social anxiety disorder
  • Post traumatic stress disorder
  • Premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

University of Cincinnati

Lead Sponsor

Trials
442
Recruited
639,000+

Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)

Collaborator

Trials
2,103
Recruited
2,760,000+

Findings from Research

Coadministration of sertraline with cisapride significantly reduced cisapride plasma concentrations (by 29% for Cmax and 36% for AUC), but did not affect QTc intervals, indicating a safe interaction.
In contrast, sertraline increased pimozide plasma concentrations (by 35% for Cmax and 37% for AUC) without prolonging QTc intervals, suggesting that the interaction mechanisms may involve factors beyond the CYP3A4 enzyme.
Coadministration of sertraline with cisapride or pimozide: an open-label, nonrandomized examination of pharmacokinetics and corrected QT intervals in healthy adult volunteers.Alderman, J.[2022]
Sertraline is an effective and well-tolerated treatment for various anxiety disorders, including panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder, based on extensive research from controlled and open trials.
When compared to other medications for anxiety disorders, sertraline demonstrates at least equivalent efficacy, making it a viable option for patients seeking treatment.
Sertraline in the treatment of anxiety disorders.Hirschfeld, RM.[2022]
In a combined analysis of two multicenter clinical trials, sertraline significantly reduced the mean number of panic attacks per week in patients with panic disorder compared to placebo (4.8 vs. 2.5, p < .001).
Patients treated with sertraline also showed statistically significant improvements in various symptoms and functioning related to panic disorder, highlighting its efficacy as a treatment option.
Methodologies and outcomes from the sertraline multicenter flexible-dose trials.Rapaport, MH., Wolkow, RM., Clary, CM.[2013]

References

Coadministration of sertraline with cisapride or pimozide: an open-label, nonrandomized examination of pharmacokinetics and corrected QT intervals in healthy adult volunteers. [2022]
Sertraline in the treatment of anxiety disorders. [2022]
Methodologies and outcomes from the sertraline multicenter flexible-dose trials. [2013]
A randomized, controlled trial of the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapy and sertraline versus a waitlist control group for anxiety disorders in older adults. [2022]
Sertraline in the treatment of panic disorder: a flexible-dose multicenter trial. [2022]
Sertraline in the treatment of panic disorder. A multi-site, double-blind, placebo-controlled, fixed-dose investigation. [2022]
Adverse events in users of sertraline: results from an observational study in psychiatric practice in The Netherlands. [2022]
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Sertraline and alprazolam in the treatment of panic desorder. [2022]
Efficacy of sertraline in severe generalized social anxiety disorder: results of a double-blind, placebo-controlled study. [2022]
Sertraline in the treatment of panic disorder. [2022]