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Milsaperidone

Phase 3

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) | Small molecule | Psychiatry |Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc.|Last Updated: Feb 27, 2026

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindPLACEBO_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment500

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

Milsaperidone · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 3 1
NCT06830044Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Milsaperidone as Adjunctive Therapy in Patients With Major Depressive DisorderMajor Depressive Disorder (MDD)
RECRUITING500 Analytics
PHASE3RECRUITING
Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety of Milsaperidone as Adjunctive Therapy in Patients With Major Depressive Disorder
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS)
6 weeks

The MADRS is a clinician-rated 10 item scale. Individual item scores are summed for a total possible score of 0 to 60 with a higher score indicating increased severity of depressive symptoms.

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
MilsaperidoneEXPERIMENTAL -
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATOR -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
MilsaperidoneDRUGOral milsaperidone
PlaceboDRUGOral placebo
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 65 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites38

Inclusion Criteria: * Male or female patient 18 to 65 years of age, inclusive; * Meets DSM-5-TR criteria for MDD * Currently having an inadequate response to antidepressant therapy as confirmed by the Investigator using the Antidepressant Treatment Response Questionnaire (ATRQ) Exclusion Criteria:...

Countries:United StatesBulgariaCzechiaPoland
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Frequently asked questions about Milsaperidone

What is Milsaperidone used for?

Milsaperidone is an investigational small molecule being developed as an adjunctive therapy for patients with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). It is intended to be added to existing treatment to help manage symptoms of depression. The drug is currently in Phase 3 clinical development and has not been approved by regulatory authorities.

Who makes Milsaperidone?

Milsaperidone is being developed by Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol VNDA. The company is conducting a Phase 3 clinical trial to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Milsaperidone as an adjunctive treatment for Major Depressive Disorder.

What phase is Milsaperidone in?

Milsaperidone is currently in Phase 3 clinical development. It is an investigational drug, meaning it has not yet been approved by the FDA or other regulatory agencies. The ongoing Phase 3 trial is recruiting participants to assess the drug's efficacy and safety as an adjunctive therapy for Major Depressive Disorder.

What clinical trials is Milsaperidone in?

Milsaperidone is being studied in a Phase 3 clinical trial with the identifier NCT06830044. This randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study is evaluating the efficacy and safety of Milsaperidone as adjunctive therapy in patients with Major Depressive Disorder. The trial aims to enroll 500 participants across the United States, Bulgaria, Czechia, and Poland.

Is Milsaperidone FDA approved?

Milsaperidone is not FDA approved. It is an investigational drug currently in Phase 3 clinical development for Major Depressive Disorder. The ongoing clinical trial is designed to evaluate its efficacy and safety, but regulatory approval has not been granted. The drug remains under investigation and is not yet available for clinical use.