Treatment of irritability in children with autism using lumateperone

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study aims to evaluate the efficacy of lumateperone in treating irritability associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in pediatric patients aged 5 to 17 years. The study consists of a screening period to assess eligibility, followed by a 6-week double-blind treatment phase where participants will receive either a high dose, low dose of lumateperone, or a placebo. After treatment, there will be a safety follow-up period to monitor any adverse effects. The study is designed to provide robust data on the safety and effectiveness of lumateperone for this specific condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. All patients must have a legally authorized representative LAR (eg, parent or legal guardian) who is willing and able to be responsible for the safety and well-being of the patient, provide information about the patient's condition, and accompany the patient to study visits.
2. Able to provide consent as follows:

   1. The patient's LAR must provide written, informed consent.
   2. When developmentally appropriate based on Investigator judgment, the patient should provide written assent.
3. Male or female patients 5 to 17 years of age. Currently, only patients aged 13 to 17 years will be eligible for enrollment.
4. Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) primary diagnosis of ASD as confirmed by the Kiddie Schedule for Affective Disorders and Schizophrenia for School-Age Children-Present and Lifetime Version (K-SADS-PL);
5. ABC-I subscale score of \>18 at Screening and Baseline;
6. CGI-S score \> 4 with respect to irritability associated with ASD at Screening and Baseline.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Has a primary psychiatric diagnosis other than ASD. Exceptions include:

   1. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). If a patient is taking medication(s) for ADHD, they must be on a stable treatment regimen of these medication(s) for 30 days prior to screening and the treatment regimen is expected to remain stable throughout the study. This must be confirmed by the Investigator and noted in the source records.
   2. Mild and moderate intellectual disability based on Investigator judgment and DSM-5 criteria (severe and profound intellectual disability are excluded).
2. History or current diagnosis of Rett syndrome or Fragile X syndrome;
3. In the opinion of the Investigator, the patient has a significant risk for suicidal behavior during their participation in the study or

   1. At Screening, the patient scores "yes" on Suicidal Ideation Items 3, 4, or 5 of the Columbia-Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) within 6 months prior to Screening or, at Baseline, the patient scores "yes" on Suicidal Ideation Items 3, 4, or 5 since the Screening Visit;
   2. At Screening, the patient has had 1 or more suicidal attempts within the 2 years prior to Screening; or
   3. The patient is considered to be an imminent danger to themselves or others.

Where it's running

• Harmonex Neuroscience Research
  Dothan, Alabama, United States Recruiting
• Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center
  Phoenix, Arizona, United States Recruiting
• Advanced Research Center Inc
  Anaheim, California, United States Recruiting
• Excell Research Inc
  Oceanside, California, United States Recruiting
• Inland Psychiatric Medical Group Inc
  Redlands, California, United States Recruiting
• Next Level Clinical Trials, LLC
  West Covina, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Study Contact
• Email: Participate-In-This-Study1@its.jnj.com
• Phone: 844-434-4210

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.