New drug LB-102 aims to lift bipolar depression
NCT ID NCT07494305
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This Phase 2 study tests whether LB-102 can reduce depressive symptoms in adults with bipolar I disorder who are currently in a major depressive episode. About 320 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for 6 weeks. The main goal is to see if LB-102 improves depression scores more than placebo.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- LB-102 (N-methyl amisulpride)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a new treatment option for depressive episodes in bipolar I disorder, potentially easing symptoms like low mood and loss of interest.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early Phase 2 trial with only 320 participants, so results may not confirm effectiveness. The drug may cause side effects or work no better than placebo.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 2
Tests whether the treatment actually works, and watches for side effects, in a larger group.
- Participants
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About 320 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Feb 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 65 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Sign IRB approved ICF, Stable living environment * Diagnosis of Bipolar1 disorder defined by criteria in the DSM 5 and currently experiencing a MDE without psychotic or mixed features, and supported by the SCID 5 CT * Currently experiencing an MDE that began at least 4 weeks but no more than 18 months prior to randomization * Currently treated in an out-patient environment * MADRS 10 total score ≥24 at both Screening and Baseline with a difference of \<20% in scores between visits. * Clinical Global Impression Scale, Bipolar Version Severity of Illness scale (CGI BP S) depression score ≥4 at both Screening and Baseline. * YMRS total score ≤12 at both Screening and Baseline. * Good physical health * BMI of ≥18 and ≤40 kg/m2. * Eligibility confirmed centrally for the severity, diagnosis, and treatment history by the SAFER interview. Exclusion Criteria: * Sexually active woman of childbearing potential and male who are not practicing 2 different methods of birth control or woman who is currently breast feeding * History of non-response to 2 adequate medication trials for depressive symptoms * Improvement of ≥20% in MADRS 10 total score between the screening and baseline assessments * Have bipolar disorder with mixed features or considered as rapid cyclers * Plan to initiate formal cognitive or behavioral therapy, systematic psychotherapy during the study, or plan to initiate such therapy during the study * History of disorders other than bipolar disorder, confirmed by previous psychiatric evaluation or the DSM 5 within 12 months prior to Screening * Experience of hallucinations, delusions, or any other psychotic symptomatology in the current MDE attributable to a primary DSM 5 diagnosis other than bipolar disorder. * Hospitalized for mania associated with Bipolar I Disorder within 30 days prior to Screening. Any previous manic phase must have completely resolved before enrollment in the study. * Significant risk for suicidal behavior during the study as determined by the Investigator's clinical assessment * Hypo or hyperthyroidism * Insulin dependent diabetes * Uncontrolled hypertension * Known significant cardiac disease * Laboratory results outside the defined protocol ranges * Clinically significant abnormal ECG findings * Received electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) within 90 days prior to Screening. * Received Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation within 90 days prior to Screening * Currently taking prohibited medications as defined in the protocol * History of non-response and/or responded only to ketamine, ECT or vagus nerve stimulation * Received GLP-1 within 30 of screening * History of organ disease that in the opinion of the PI would not make the patient eligible for participation
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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How to take part
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The study's own enquiry address
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The places running it
26 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.
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The official record
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Study contacts
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Contact
Email: •••••@•••••
Locations
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Adams Clinical
RECRUITINGPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States
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Adams Clinical
RECRUITINGDeSoto, Texas, 75115, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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Arch Clinical Trials
RECRUITINGSt Louis, Missouri, 63141, United States
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CenExel
RECRUITINGBellflower, California, 90706, United States
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CenExel
RECRUITINGGarden Grove, California, 922845, United States
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CenExel
RECRUITINGRiverside, California, 92506, United States
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CenExel
RECRUITINGTorrance, California, 90504, United States
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Cenexel Decatur GA
RECRUITINGDecatur, Georgia, 30030, United States
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Cenexel Hollywood Florida
RECRUITINGHollywood, Florida, 33019, United States
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Health Synergy Clinical Research
RECRUITINGWest Palm Beach, Florida, 33407, United States
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Innovative Clinical Research
RECRUITINGMiami Lakes, Florida, 33016, United States
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Manhattan Behavioral Medicine
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10036, United States
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NRC Research Institute
RECRUITINGLos Angeles, California, 90015, United States
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NRC Research Institute
RECRUITINGOrange, California, 92868, United States
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NSRT
RECRUITINGDetroit, Michigan, 48203, United States
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Neuro-Behavioral Clinical Research
RECRUITINGCanton, Ohio, 44720, United States
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Northwest Clinical Research Center
RECRUITINGBellevue, Washington, 98007, United States
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Pillar Clinical Research
RECRUITINGBentonville, Arkansas, 72712, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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Pillar Clinical Research
RECRUITINGLittle Rock, Arkansas, 72204, United States
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Pillar Clinical Research
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60641, United States
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Pillar Clinical Research
RECRUITINGRichardson, Texas, 75080, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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ProScience Research Group
RECRUITINGCulver City, California, 90230, United States
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Redbird Research
RECRUITINGLas Vegas, Nevada, 89119, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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St. Jude Clinical Research
RECRUITINGDoral, Florida, 33172, United States
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Synergy San Diego
RECRUITINGLemon Grove, California, 91945, United States
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Trialmed
RECRUITINGAtlanta, Georgia, 30328, United States
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