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JNJ-89495120

Phase 2

Depressive Disorder, Major | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Johnson & Johnson|Trials Updated: Sep 25, 2026

JNJ-89495120 development status

Highest phase Phase 2
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Jan 2025

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment105

FDA Designations

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JNJ-89495120 clinical trials

JNJ-89495120 · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 2 1
NCT06785012A Study to Explore the Efficacy of JNJ-89495120 in the Treatment of Major Depressive DisorderDepressive Disorder, Major
COMPLETED105 Analytics
PHASE2COMPLETED
A Study to Explore the Efficacy of JNJ-89495120 in the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) Total Score to Day 5
Baseline up to Day 5

The MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The scale consists of 10 items, each of which is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score of 60. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

Secondary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in MADRS Total Score to Day 2
Baseline up to Day 2
Change from Baseline in Clinician Global Impression-Severity (CGI-S) Scale Score to Days 2 and 5
Baseline up to Day 2 and Day 5
Change from Baseline in Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder Scale (SMDDS) Total Score to Day 5
Baseline up to Day 5
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Arm 1: JNJ-89495120 Dose AEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive JNJ-89495120 dose A during the double-blind (DB) treatment phase in Period 1 and Period 2 of the study.
Arm 2: JNJ-89495120 Dose A and Dose BEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive JNJ-89495120 dose A in Period 1 followed by JNJ-89495120 dose B in Period 2 during the DB treatment phase of the study.
Arm 3: Placebo GroupPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants will receive placebo matched to JNJ-89495120 during the DB treatment phase in Period 1 and Period 2 of the study.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
JNJ-89495120DRUGJNJ-89495120 will be administered.
PlaceboDRUGPlacebo will be administered.
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 64 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites44

Inclusion Criteria: * Primary psychiatric diagnosis of recurrent major depressive disorder, without psychotic features, based on clinical assessment using diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (DSM)-5 criteria and confirmed with the mini international neuropsychiatric interview (MIN...

Countries:United States
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

LOWSep 25, 2026NCT06785012Enrollment: 107 → 105
LOWSep 25, 2026NCT06785012Enrollment: 107 → 105
HIGHAug 28, 2026NCT06785012Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING → COMPLETED
HIGHAug 28, 2026NCT06785012Status: ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING → COMPLETED
LOWJul 31, 2026NCT06785012lastUpdatePostDate: changed
LOWJul 31, 2026NCT06785012lastUpdatePostDate: changed

Frequently asked questions about JNJ-89495120

What is JNJ-89495120?

JNJ-89495120 is an investigational small molecule being developed by Johnson & Johnson for the treatment of major depressive disorder. It is a Phase 2 clinical-stage candidate in the psychiatry therapeutic area and has not been approved by the FDA. It is being studied as a potential oral treatment option for adults with major depressive disorder.

What is JNJ-89495120 used for?

JNJ-89495120 is being studied for the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. The clinical program enrolled participants 18 years of age and older with a diagnosis of major depressive disorder. It is investigational and has not been approved for any indication.

Who is developing JNJ-89495120?

JNJ-89495120 is being developed by Johnson & Johnson, which trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker JNJ. The company is the sponsor of the clinical program evaluating the compound in major depressive disorder.

What phase is JNJ-89495120 in?

JNJ-89495120 is in Phase 2 clinical development. One Phase 2 trial has been completed, and no trials are currently active. The compound remains investigational and has not received FDA approval for major depressive disorder or any other indication.

What clinical trials is JNJ-89495120 in?

JNJ-89495120 has been evaluated in one Phase 2 trial, NCT06785012, titled A Study to Explore the Efficacy of JNJ-89495120 in the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder. The trial was completed, enrolled 105 participants, and was conducted in the United States.

How was the JNJ-89495120 Phase 2 trial designed?

The Phase 2 trial of JNJ-89495120, NCT06785012, was a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study in adults with major depressive disorder. It enrolled 105 participants aged 18 years and older in the United States. The study was completed and did not enroll healthy volunteers.