Nasal spray could rapidly ease depression and suicidal urges

NCT ID NCT07193901

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

Summary

This study tests a nasal spray containing (R)-Ketamine, a fast-acting drug, in 98 adults with major depression who are currently having suicidal thoughts. Participants receive either the spray or a placebo twice a week for 4 weeks. The goal is to see if the spray can quickly reduce depression symptoms and suicidal behavior, and to check its safety.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

(R)-Ketamine hydrochloride nasal spray

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a fast-acting treatment to quickly reduce severe depression and suicidal thoughts, potentially saving lives.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase 2 trial with only 98 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The drug may cause side effects or fail to outperform placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

major depressive disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • BEIjing AnDing hospital capital medical university

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    Beijing, China

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  • Beijing AnDing hospital capital medical university

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    Beijing, China

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  • Beijing Huilongguan Hospital

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    Beijing, China

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  • Hangzhou Seventh People's Hospital

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    Hangzhou, China

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  • Suzhou Guangji Hospital

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    Suzhou, China

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  • The Fourth People's Hospital of Chengdu

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    Chengdu, China

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  • The affiliated Kangning Hospital of Ningbo University

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    Ningbo, China

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  • The fourth affiliated hospital of Anhui medical university

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    Hefei, China

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