Could a synthetic DMT analog ease severe anxiety? small trial begins

NCT ID NCT06051721

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2a trial tests CYB004, a synthetic version of the psychedelic DMT, combined with talk therapy in 36 adults with moderate-to-severe generalized anxiety disorder. The study aims to see if the drug is safe, tolerable, and can reduce anxiety symptoms compared to an active control. Participants must be on a stable dose of anxiety medication and have not responded well enough to prior treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

CYB004 (a synthetic deuterated DMT analog) plus psychotherapy

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new, fast-acting treatment option for generalized anxiety disorder that combines a psychedelic-like drug with talk therapy.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase proof-of-concept trial with only 36 participants. The drug may not prove more effective than existing treatments, and psychedelic-like side effects could be challenging for some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Depression generalized anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cedar Clinical Research

    Murray, Utah, 84107, United States

  • CenExel ACMR

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30331, United States

  • Innovative Clinical Research, Inc.

    Miami Lakes, Florida, 33016, United States

  • Research Centers of America

    Hollywood, Florida, 33024, United States

  • Uptown Research Institute

    Chicago, Illinois, 60640, United States

  • iResearch Atlanta

    Decatur, Georgia, 30330, United States