Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., explained in plain language.
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Experimental drug tested for most dangerous seizures
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called SAGE-547 for people with super-refractory status epilepticus, a life-threatening condition where seizures do not stop despite multiple medications. The goal was to see if adding SAGE-547 to standard care was safe and could help contro…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 01:11 UTC
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Experimental drug tested to stop dangerous, unending seizures
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an experimental drug called SAGE-547 could help patients with a severe, life-threatening form of continuous seizures that does not respond to standard medications. The trial involved 132 patients who were already in intensive care and receiving strong an…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Smartphone study tests ADHD Drug's effect on mood
Disease control CompletedThis study tested how well the approved ADHD medication Qelbree works for adults who have both ADHD and symptoms of depression or anxiety. 161 adults participated in this 14-week trial, which was conducted entirely remotely using a smartphone app for doctor visits and questionnai…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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First human tests begin for Huntington's disease drug candidate
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested the safety and how the body processes SAGE-718, an oral liquid medication being developed for Huntington's disease. It involved a small group of healthy adults and a few patients with Huntington's disease. The main goal was to see if the drug was saf…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:41 UTC
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Depression treatment moves from hospital to home
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a 60-hour IV treatment for postpartum depression could be safely given at home instead of in a hospital. It involved 52 women and carefully monitored for safety issues and whether healthcare providers could follow all the required safety steps in a home …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New IV drug tested for rapid relief in severe postpartum depression
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an intravenous drug called SAGE-547 could quickly reduce severe depression in women suffering from postpartum depression. Twenty-one women within six months of giving birth were randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo infusion. Research…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to slow Huntington's cognitive decline
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether an experimental drug called SAGE-718 could improve thinking skills in people with early Huntington's disease. For 28 days, 69 participants either received the drug or a placebo (inactive substance) in a double-blind trial where neither they nor the resea…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Feb 23, 2026 14:57 UTC
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New injection tested for moms with severe Post-Baby depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis small, early study tested the safety and initial effects of an experimental injection called SAGE-547 for severe postpartum depression. Four adult women with severe depression after childbirth received the treatment. Researchers closely monitored their health and checked if …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 01:11 UTC
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New hope for teen moms battling postpartum depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested the safety and how the body processes brexanolone, an intravenous medication, in teenage mothers with postpartum depression. It involved 28 adolescent female participants who were within 6 months of giving birth. The goal was to gather information to see if this…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Experimental drug tested for Parkinson's brain fog
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested the safety and side effects of an experimental drug called SAGE-718 in people with Parkinson's disease who have mild thinking and memory problems. Eighteen participants with early to moderate Parkinson's took the drug to see how well they tolerated it and whethe…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:41 UTC
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Rapid relief tested for new moms with severe depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis completed Phase 3 trial tested whether a 60-hour intravenous infusion of an experimental drug, SAGE-547, could reduce depressive symptoms in women with moderate to severe postpartum depression. The study involved 108 women who were within six months of giving birth and compa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New Alzheimer's drug tested for safety in Early-Stage patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested the safety and side effects of an investigational drug called SAGE-718 in people with early memory problems or mild dementia due to Alzheimer's disease. It involved 26 participants and also looked at whether the drug had any effects on their thinking skills and …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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New drug tested to boost brain speed in early Alzheimer's
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an investigational drug called SAGE-718 could improve cognitive performance, specifically processing speed, in people with early-stage Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment. 174 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the drug or…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 31, 2026 12:12 UTC
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IV infusion tested for rapid relief of severe postpartum depression
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a 60-hour intravenous infusion of an experimental drug called SAGE-547 could reduce severe depressive symptoms in women with postpartum depression. It involved 138 women who were within 6 months of giving birth and had severe symptoms. The main goal was …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:40 UTC
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New hope for kids with ADHD and aggression?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested the safety and side effects of four different doses of an experimental drug called SPN-810. It involved 78 children, aged 6 to 12, who had both ADHD and persistent, serious conduct problems like property destruction or physical fights. The main goal was to see h…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Experimental infusion tested to quiet ringing ears
Symptom relief CompletedThis small, completed study tested whether a single intravenous (IV) infusion of a drug called brexanolone was safe and could reduce symptoms for adults with tinnitus. Ten participants received a 6-hour infusion, and researchers measured changes in how loud and annoying their tin…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Experimental drug aims to sharpen minds in Huntington's disease
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an investigational drug called SAGE-718 could improve thinking skills like memory, attention, and problem-solving in people with Huntington's disease. It involved 189 participants with mild-to-moderate cognitive impairment who took either the drug or a p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 25, 2026 14:08 UTC
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New drug trial aims to sharpen minds in Parkinson's patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether an investigational drug called SAGE-718 could improve cognitive performance, specifically thinking speed, in people with Parkinson's disease who have mild thinking problems. 86 participants were randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo f…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 09, 2026 14:23 UTC
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Scientists test new Drug's brain impact using ketamine and MRI scans
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested an experimental drug called SAGE-718 in healthy volunteers. Researchers gave participants either the drug or a placebo, along with a single dose of ketamine, to see how it affected brain chemicals measured by MRI scans. The main goal was to check the…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 02, 2026 01:10 UTC
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Scientists test new brain drug on healthy people using ketamine
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested an experimental drug called SAGE-718 in 40 healthy volunteers. Researchers gave participants either SAGE-718 or a placebo, then used a low dose of ketamine to temporarily alter brain activity and measure the drug's effects. The main goals were to che…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC
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Scientists test new Drug's brain impact using ketamine
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study aimed to understand how an experimental drug called SAGE-904 affects brain activity. Researchers gave 22 healthy volunteers either SAGE-904 or a placebo, then measured their brain waves before and after receiving a low dose of ketamine. The goal was to see if SAGE-904 …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:29 UTC
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Scientists test new brain drug on healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new oral drug called SAGE-718 in healthy volunteers. Researchers gave participants SAGE-718 or a placebo along with ketamine to see how it affects brain wave patterns and to check if it's safe. The main goal was to gather information about the drug…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Mar 27, 2026 12:38 UTC