Centanafadine in adults with ADHD and emotional dysregulation
Official title: A Phase 3b, Multicenter, Open-label, Single-arm Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Orally Administered Centanafadine QD XR Capsules in Adults With Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and Emotional Dysregulation
Run by Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. · NCT07759154 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests centanafadine XR once daily to see if it helps adults with ADHD who also have emotional dysregulation.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 3 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 16 sites (Gainesville, Florida and 15 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | September 1, 2026 |
| Main results expected | May 27, 2027 |
| Study ends | May 27, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | November 6, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07759154 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults with ADHD and clinically significant emotional dysregulation who meet the specified eligibility criteria and do not have excluded comorbid conditions.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with comorbidities or symptom profiles outside the inclusion criteria may not experience benefit from centanafadine XR.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is a Phase 3, interventional trial evaluating the efficacy of once-daily centanafadine XR capsules in adults diagnosed with ADHD and emotional dysregulation. Eligible participants have ADHD confirmed by the ACDS, AISRS ≥ 28, WRAADDS-ED ≥ 7, and CGI-S-ADHD ≥ 4. Exclusion criteria include certain mood, psychotic, substance use, sleep, and other psychiatric disorders. The study is conducted across three sites in Florida with lead sponsor Otsuka Pharmaceutical Development & Commercialization, Inc. and no listed collaborators. Primary outcomes focus on improvements in ADHD symptoms and emotional dysregulation in this population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, centanafadine XR could improve attention, hyperactivity/impulsivity, and emotional regulation in adults with ADHD and ED.
How similar studies have gone: Previous studies of similar mechanisms in ADHD have shown variable improvements; this trial tests centanafadine in a targeted ADHD+ED population to establish efficacy.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria 1. Primary diagnosis of ADHD per the Adult ADHD Clinical Diagnostic Scale (ACDS). 2. Adult ADHD Investigator Symptom Rating Scale (AISRS) total score of ≥ 28 at baseline. 3. Symptoms of ED as determined by the WRAADDS-ED subscale score ≥ 7 at baseline. 4. CGI-S-ADHD rating ≥ 4 (at least moderate severity) at baseline. Exclusion Criteria 1. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5) criteria for a lifetime diagnosis of bipolar and related disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, borderline and antisocial personality disorders, neurocognitive disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or intellectual disability. 2. DSM-5 criteria for a current diagnosis of major depressive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, any substance use disorder, untreated/unstable obstructive sleep apnea, eating disorders, or obsessive compulsive disorder. 3. Any other current DSM-5 comorbid psychiatric disorder identified by the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI) or any medical condition that, in the judgment of the investigator, could be expected to require treatment with medications prohibited in this trial that cannot be safely discontinued with completion of an appropriate washout, could confound efficacy or safety assessments, or be the primary driver of ED. 4. Presence of an unstable or uncontrolled medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, could pose a safety risk to the participant or could manifest with psychiatric symptoms (eg, thyroid disease). 5. In the clinical opinion of the investigator, the participant has not derived significant therapeutic benefit from 2 or more ADHD therapies of 2 different classes (eg, amphetamine and methylphenidate, or amphetamine and atomoxetine) given with an acceptable dose and duration during adulthood (aged 18 years or older). 6. Current use of prohibited psychotropic medications that cannot be discontinued within 7 to 28 days prior to enrollment. 7. Any disorder that is the primary focus of treatment other than ADHD. 8. Evidence of current substance use disorder or history in the past 12 months. 9. History of any prior exposure to centanafadine. 10. Participated in other clinical trials involving investigational drugs within 180 days prior to screening or participated in more than 2 interventional clinical trials involving investigational drugs within the past year. 11. Have an allergy to the IMP or any component of the IMP. Note: Other protocol-specified inclusion/exclusion criteria may apply.
Where it's running
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Sarkis Clinical Trials - Gainesville
Gainesville, Florida, United States Recruiting -
CNS Healthcare - Jacksonville (Clinical Neuroscience Solutions - Jacksonville)
Jacksonville, Florida, United States Recruiting -
Accel Research Sites-Maitland
Maitland, Florida, United States Recruiting -
Nola Research Works
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States Recruiting -
Boston Clinical Trials
Boston, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting -
Adams Clinical - Watertown
Watertown, Massachusetts, United States Recruiting
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St. Charles Psychiatric Associates/Midwest Research Group
Saint Charles, Missouri, United States Recruiting -
Center for Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine. Inc.
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States Recruiting -
Center for Emotional Fitness
Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States Recruiting -
The Medical Research Network, LLC
New York, New York, United States Recruiting -
Patient Priority Clinical Trials
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States Recruiting -
Summit Research Network
Portland, Oregon, United States Recruiting -
Donald J. Garcia, Jr, MD, PA
Austin, Texas, United States Recruiting -
Houston Clinical Trials LLC
Bellaire, Texas, United States Recruiting -
Kaleidoscope Clinical Research
Houston, Texas, United States Recruiting -
Core Clinical Research
Everett, Washington, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Otsuka Call Center
- Email: otsuka-professionalservices@otsuka-us.com
- Phone: 844-687-8522
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.