Axsome Therapeutics, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Axsome Therapeutics, Inc., explained in plain language.
-
New drug shows promise for long-term control of sudden muscle weakness and sleepiness in narcolepsy
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether the drug AXS-12 could safely control two main narcolepsy symptoms—cataplexy (sudden muscle weakness) and excessive daytime sleepiness—over a longer period. It involved 68 people with narcolepsy who had already taken part in a previous trial. For 24 weeks…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:35 UTC
-
New pill shows promise for controlling adult ADHD symptoms
Disease control CompletedThis large study tested whether a daily medication called solriamfetol could help control symptoms in adults with ADHD. Over 500 adults took either the medication or a placebo pill for six weeks. Researchers measured changes in ADHD symptoms to see if the treatment was effective …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:27 UTC
-
New depression drug shows promise in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a medication called solriamfetol helps adults with major depressive disorder. 346 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo pill for 6 weeks. Researchers measured changes in depression symptoms and monitored for si…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
-
New combo pill tested for tough migraines
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a two-drug combination called AXS-07 for treating migraine attacks. It was for adults who had tried a common type of migraine pill (a CGRP inhibitor) and didn't get enough relief. Participants took the study drug at home for up to 8 weeks to treat up to four of …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:11 UTC
-
New pill aims to stop migraine pain in 2 hours
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a single dose of a new oral medication called AXS-07 could stop migraine pain and the most bothersome symptom within two hours. It involved 302 adults with migraines who were randomly assigned to receive either the medication or a placebo pill when a mig…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 02:11 UTC
-
Can a wakefulness pill clear brain fog for sleep apnea patients?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a medication called solriamfetol could improve mental sharpness in adults with obstructive sleep apnea. The 59 participants had both excessive daytime sleepiness and problems with cognitive function. Over 5 weeks, researchers compared the effects of the …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
-
New hope for calming Alzheimer's agitation
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether the medication AXS-05 could safely reduce agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease. 408 participants with Alzheimer's-related agitation were randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo for 5 weeks. Researchers measured changes in agitat…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:33 UTC
-
New Alzheimer's agitation treatment shows promise in major trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether AXS-05 is safe and effective for reducing agitation in people with Alzheimer's disease over a long period. 456 participants who had already shown benefit from AXS-05 in previous studies were either kept on the medication or switched to placebo to see if …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 16, 2026 15:23 UTC