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BPL-003 for Treatment Resistant Depression

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Beckley Psytech Limited
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
If currently taking antidepressant medications, willing and able to discontinue current antidepressants
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 1 months
Treatment 1 months
Follow Up 1 months
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests a nasal spray drug called BPL-003 along with counseling for people whose depression doesn't get better with usual treatments. The drug aims to quickly improve mood, and counseling helps provide emotional support.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with treatment-resistant depression, which means their condition didn't improve after trying at least two different antidepressants. They must have a certain level of depression severity and be willing to stop current antidepressants. People can't join if they're pregnant or not using contraception, have uncontrolled medical conditions like heart issues or diabetes, nasal blockages, severe psychiatric disorders other than depression, recent suicidal behavior, or haven’t responded to similar treatments before.
What is being tested?
The study tests BPL-003's effectiveness and safety in treating resistant depression when given once alongside psychological support. It’s a Phase 2 trial where participants are randomly assigned and neither they nor the researchers know who receives the actual drug versus a placebo (quadruple masked).
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects of BPL-003 aren't listed here, common risks may include typical reactions to new medications such as headaches, nausea, dizziness or more serious ones depending on how it affects brain chemistry.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

Timeline

Screening ~ 1 months
Treatment ~ 1 months
Follow Up ~1 months
This trial's timeline: 1 months for screening, 1 months for treatment, and 1 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Secondary study objectives
Change from baseline in Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)
Plasma levels of 5-MeO-DMT and its metabolites
Safety of BPL-003 given with psychological support as assessed by incidence of suicidal ideation or behavior
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Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Medium doseExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Low doseExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Active placebo comparator
Group III: High doseExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
BPL-003
2022
Completed Phase 1
~70

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Beckley Psytech LimitedLead Sponsor
5 Previous Clinical Trials
179 Total Patients Enrolled
Chief Medical Officer, MD, PhDStudy DirectorBeckley Psytech Ltd
3 Previous Clinical Trials
139 Total Patients Enrolled
VP & Head of Clinical DevelopmentStudy DirectorBeckley Psytech Ltd

Media Library

BPL-003 (Other) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05870540 — Phase 2
Major Depressive Disorder Research Study Groups: High dose, Low dose, Medium dose
Major Depressive Disorder Clinical Trial 2023: BPL-003 Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05870540 — Phase 2
BPL-003 (Other) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05870540 — Phase 2
~108 spots leftby Nov 2025