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Laif 900, BAY98-7108

Phase 3

Moderate Depressive Episodes (Major Depression) | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Bayer AG|Last Updated: Mar 19, 2020

Target and mechanism

ModalitySmall molecule

Also known as Laif® 900, BAY98-7108

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment398

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Laif 900, BAY98-7108 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 3 1
NCT04315597Study to Learn About Relapse Prevention of Hypericumextract (a Drug Based on the Plant St. John Wort) in Outpatients Suffering From Moderate Depressive EpisodesModerate Depressive Episodes (Major Depression)
COMPLETED398 Analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
Study to Learn About Relapse Prevention of Hypericumextract (a Drug Based on the Plant St. John Wort) in Outpatients Suffering From Moderate Depressive Episodes
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Relapse rate
24 weeks

Definition: Increase of the Hamilton rating scale for depression (HAMD)-17 total score in Phase 2 by \> 5 points compared to Phase 2 baseline, if at the same time a total score of at least 12 is reached.

Secondary Endpoints

Time between baseline and occurrence of relaps measured by: Total score of HAMD-17
24 weeks
Time between baseline and occurrence of relaps measured by: Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
24 weeks
Time between baseline and occurrence of relaps measured by: Clinical Global Impressions (CGI)
24 weeks
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingTRIPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Hypericum extract STW 3-VI (Laif® 900, BAY98-7108)EXPERIMENTAL -
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Laif® 900, BAY98-7108DRUG1 x daily, 1 tablet, 900 mg
PlaceboDRUG1 x daily, 1 tablet, 900 mg
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 70 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo

Inclusion Criteria: Study Phase 1: * Age 18-70 years * Diagnosis according to DSM-IV-TR: 296.32: Outpatients with a mediocre depressive episode requiring treatment for recurrent major depression * At least 5 of the following symptoms must persist for 2 weeks, with at least one of the main symptoms...

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Frequently asked questions about Laif 900, BAY98-7108

What is Laif 900 used for?

Laif 900 is being developed for the treatment of moderate depressive episodes, also described as major depression. It is a small molecule studied in adult outpatients aged 18 years and older. Development is at Phase 3, and the compound is also known as BAY98-7108.

Who is developing Laif 900?

Laif 900 is developed by Bayer AG, which trades under the ticker BAYRY. Bayer is the sponsor behind the clinical program evaluating the drug in moderate depressive episodes. The asset is also referred to as BAY98-7108 in company and trial documentation.

What phase is Laif 900 in?

Laif 900 is in Phase 3 development. One Phase 3 trial has been completed, and no trials are currently listed as active. The program has enrolled 398 participants in total, and the drug remains investigational rather than approved.

What clinical trials is Laif 900 in?

Laif 900 has been studied in the Phase 3 trial NCT04315597, titled a study to learn about relapse prevention of Hypericum extract in outpatients suffering from moderate depressive episodes. The trial is completed, enrolled 398 participants, was randomized, double blind, and placebo controlled, and included adults 18 years and older.

Is Laif 900 the same as BAY98-7108?

Yes, Laif 900 and BAY98-7108 refer to the same investigational drug from Bayer AG. Laif 900 is the brand-style name, while BAY98-7108 is the company code used in development documentation. Both names point to the same Phase 3 asset for moderate depressive episodes.