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A Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of REL-1017 as Adjunctive Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Launched by RELMADA THERAPEUTICS, INC. · Apr 19, 2021

Trial Information

Current as of July 09, 2025

Terminated

Keywords

Rel 1017 Relmada Nmda Receptor Antagonist Esmethadone Adjunctive Antidepressant Reliance Depression

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a medication called REL-1017 to see if it can help people with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) who are already taking an antidepressant but still feel depressed. It is a Phase 3 study, meaning it’s one of the final steps before the treatment could be approved for wider use. Participants will take REL-1017 or a placebo (a non-active pill) once a day, while continuing their regular antidepressant treatment for the duration of the study.

To be eligible for this trial, participants must be between the ages of 18 and 65, have a body mass index (BMI) within a certain range, and have been diagnosed with MDD. They should also be currently experiencing a major depressive episode and have not responded well to 1 to 3 previous treatments. However, individuals with other serious mental health disorders, severe substance use issues, or certain medical conditions may not qualify. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for the medication’s effectiveness and safety, helping to determine if REL-1017 is a beneficial addition to existing treatments for depression.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Body mass index (BMI) between 18.0 and 35.0 kg/m2.
  • Diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) based on Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 (SCID-5) for MDD.
  • Current Major Depressive Episode (MDE).
  • Treated on approved, stable first-line anti-depressant therapy with inadequate response to 1 to 3 valid courses of treatment with a depressant medication in the current MDE.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Any current and primary psychiatric disorder other than Major Depressive Disorder.
  • Severe alcohol or substance use disorder.
  • History of bipolar I and II disorder, psychosis, and/or mania.
  • Poorly controlled diabetes as defined by HbA1c \> 7.5%, despite standard care. Subjects with HbA1c \>7.5% may continue in the study if approved by the Relmada Medical Monitor.
  • Having received ketamine or esketamine within 60 days prior to Screening.

About Relmada Therapeutics, Inc.

Relmada Therapeutics, Inc. is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative therapies for the treatment of chronic pain and central nervous system disorders. With a robust pipeline of novel drug candidates, Relmada leverages advanced scientific research and clinical expertise to address unmet medical needs in pain management and related conditions. The company is committed to improving patient outcomes through the development of safe and effective treatments, utilizing a patient-centric approach and fostering collaborations within the healthcare community to advance its mission.

Locations

Saraland, Alabama, United States

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States

Encino, California, United States

Glendale, California, United States

Imperial, California, United States

La Habra, California, United States

La Jolla, California, United States

Orange, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

Santa Ana, California, United States

Norwich, Connecticut, United States

Hallandale Beach, Florida, United States

Lake City, Florida, United States

Lakeland, Florida, United States

Lauderhill, Florida, United States

Maitland, Florida, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

Orange City, Florida, United States

Tampa, Florida, United States

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Grayson, Georgia, United States

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Boise, Idaho, United States

Prairie Village, Kansas, United States

Shawnee Mission, Kansas, United States

Owensboro, Kentucky, United States

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

Towson, Maryland, United States

Roslindale, Massachusetts, United States

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Princeton, New Jersey, United States

New York, New York, United States

Staten Island, New York, United States

Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States

Shelby, North Carolina, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Baytown, Texas, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Plano, Texas, United States

Red Oak, Texas, United States

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

Stanford, California, United States

Saraland, Alabama, United States

Encino, California, United States

Glendale, California, United States

Imperial, California, United States

La Jolla, California, United States

Orange, California, United States

San Diego, California, United States

Stanford, California, United States

Norwich, Connecticut, United States

Hallandale Beach, Florida, United States

Lake City, Florida, United States

Lakeland, Florida, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

Orange City, Florida, United States

Winter Park, Florida, United States

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Boise, Idaho, United States

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Princeton, New Jersey, United States

New York, New York, United States

Staten Island, New York, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Middleburg Heights, Ohio, United States

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Culver City, California, United States

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Newport Beach, California, United States

Brandon, Florida, United States

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Toms River, New Jersey, United States

Cedarhurst, New York, United States

Bellaire, Texas, United States

Wichita Falls, Texas, United States

Draper, Utah, United States

Lafayette, California, United States

Okeechobee, Florida, United States

Tampa, Florida, United States

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Friendswood, Texas, United States

Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Bryant, Arkansas, United States

Bellflower, California, United States

Redlands, California, United States

Temecula, California, United States

Torrance, California, United States

Upland, California, United States

Denver, Colorado, United States

Hialeah, Florida, United States

Miami Springs, Florida, United States

Miami, Florida, United States

West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Overland Park, Kansas, United States

Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Watertown, Massachusetts, United States

O'fallon, Missouri, United States

Weldon Spring, Missouri, United States

Staten Island, New York, United States

Beachwood, Ohio, United States

Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

West Chester, Ohio, United States

Austin, Texas, United States

Baytown, Texas, United States

Houston, Texas, United States

Plano, Texas, United States

Bellevue, Washington, United States

Everett, Washington, United States

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States

Homewood, Alabama, United States

Anaheim, California, United States

Mankato, Minnesota, United States

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Rutland, Vermont, United States

Maitland, Florida, United States

Chandler, Arizona, United States

Tucson, Arizona, United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Santa Ana, California, United States

Savannah, Georgia, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Elgin, Illinois, United States

Marrero, Louisiana, United States

Bel Air, Maryland, United States

Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, United States

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

Monroe, North Carolina, United States

Westlake, Ohio, United States

State College, Pennsylvania, United States

Beaumont, Texas, United States

Sherman, Texas, United States

Portsmouth, Virginia, United States

Patients applied

LW

1 patients applied

Trial Officials

Paul Greene, PhD

Study Director

Relmada Therapeutics

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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