Active — Not RecruitingPhase 3

Fasedienol Nasal Spray for the Acute Treatment of Anxiety in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder (PALISADE-3)

United States238 participantsStarted 2024-03-28

Plain-language summary

This U.S. Phase 3 clinical trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of the acute intranasal (i.n.) administration of Fasedienol Nasal Spray (fasedienol) (3.2 µg) to relieve symptoms of acute anxiety in adult subjects ages 18 through 65 with Social Anxiety Disorder induced by a public speaking challenge (PSC) in a clinical setting. In addition, safety and tolerability of i.n. administration of 3.2 µg of fasedienol, as-needed, up to 6 times per day for up to 12 months, will be assessed in those subjects who complete PALISADE-3 and choose to enter the distinct open-label extension phase of the study.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 65 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Written informed consent provided prior to conducting any study specific assessment. * Male and female adults, 18 through 65 years of age, inclusive. * Current diagnosis of SAD as defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5), and confirmed by the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI). * Clinician-rated Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS) total score ≥70 at Screening (Visit 1). * Clinician-rated Hamilton Depression Rating Scale (HAM-D) (17-items) total score \<16. * Female subjects of childbearing potential must be able to commit to the consistent and correct use of an effective method of birth control throughout the study * Subjects must have normal olfactory function Exclusion Criteria: * Any history of bipolar disorder (I or II), schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, anorexia or bulimia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, autism spectrum disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. * Any other current principal or personality disorder (previously known as Axis I or Axis II disorders), except for specific phobias or generalized anxiety disorder, provided that these are not the primary diagnosis. * Subjects who meet criteria for moderate or severe alcohol use disorder within the 1 year prior to study entry, or any use of illicit substances or tetrahydrocannabinol ("THC") within 2 months prior to study entry. * In the opinion of the investigator, the subject has a significant risk…

Questions worth asking your doctor

Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.

1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.

1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.

What they're measuring

Subjective Units of Distress Scale (SUDS)

Timeframe: 7 days (Visit 2 to Visit 3)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06358651

SponsorVistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.

Sponsor typeINDUSTRY

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2025-10-31

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