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ALKS 7290

Phase 2

Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity (ADHD) | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Alkermes plc|Trials Updated: Oct 7, 2026

ALKS 7290 development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Aug 2026

ALKS 7290 target and mechanism

Molecular targetorexin 2 receptor
Target classReceptor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment312

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

ALKS 7290 clinical trials

ALKS 7290 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT07755410A Study to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of ALKS 7290 Compared With Placebo in Adult Participants With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ALKS 7290-201)Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity (ADHD)
RECRUITING312 Analytics
PHASE2RECRUITING
A Study to Evaluate Safety and Efficacy of ALKS 7290 Compared With Placebo in Adult Participants With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ALKS 7290-201)
Attention Deficit Disorder With Hyperactivity (ADHD)Unlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change from Baseline to Week 4 in Attention Deficit Disorder Investigator Symptom Rating Scale (AISRS) total score
Baseline to Week 4

Secondary Endpoints

Change from Baseline to Week 4 in Clinical Global Impression- Severity (CGI-S) scale score
Baseline to Week 4
Incidence of treatment-emergent adverse events
Up to 6 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Dose Level 1EXPERIMENTAL -
Dose Level 2EXPERIMENTAL -
Dose Level 3EXPERIMENTAL -
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORPlacebo capsule taken daily

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ALKS 7290DRUGALKS 7290 tablets taken daily, orally, for 4 weeks
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo capsule taken daily
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites19

Inclusion Criteria: * Meets the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders -5 criteria for ADHD, as confirmed by the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) for ADHD Studies 7.0.2. * Is otherwise healthy as determined by medical evaluation, including medical history, physica...

Countries:United States
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

LOWOct 7, 2026NCT07755410startDate: changed
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LOWAug 11, 2026NCT07755410NEW_TRIAL: changed
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Frequently asked questions about ALKS 7290

What is ALKS 7290 used for?

ALKS 7290 is an investigational small molecule being developed for the treatment of attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity (ADHD) in adults. It is currently in Phase 2 clinical development and is not yet approved by regulatory authorities.

What does ALKS 7290 target?

ALKS 7290 targets the orexin 2 receptor, a type of receptor involved in regulating arousal, wakefulness, and attention. By acting on this receptor, the drug is being studied for its potential effects on symptoms of ADHD.

Who makes ALKS 7290?

ALKS 7290 is being developed by Alkermes plc, a biopharmaceutical company listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol ALKS. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of this investigational drug.

What phase is ALKS 7290 in?

ALKS 7290 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not been approved by the FDA or other regulatory agencies. The ongoing Phase 2 trial is designed to assess its safety and efficacy compared with placebo in adults with ADHD.

What clinical trials is ALKS 7290 in?

ALKS 7290 is being studied in a Phase 2 clinical trial with the identifier NCT07755410. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is evaluating the safety and efficacy of ALKS 7290 in adult participants with ADHD. The trial is currently recruiting participants in the United States and aims to enroll 312 individuals aged 18 years and older.