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Bipolar II Disorder clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Bipolar II Disorder — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
14 US clinical trials · 7 currently recruiting
The research picture
Bipolar II Disorder has 14 registered US clinical trials, 7 of them open to new participants right now — about 50% of the total.
- 7
- recruiting participants now
- 50%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 4
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 2
- top sponsor: University of Pittsburgh
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
A Randomized Study of Azetukalner Versus Placebo in Depressive Episodes Associated With Bipolar I or II Disorder (Bipolar Depression)
Xenon Pharmaceuticals
NCT07172516
A Study to Assess Adverse Events and Change in Disease Activity of Oral Icalcaprant in Adult Participants With Bipolar I or II Disorder
AbbVie
NCT06696755
Individualized Pharmacological Approach to Obesity in Patients With Bipolar Disorder
Mayo Clinic
NCT07213466
Children's Bipolar Network Treatment Trial I
University of California, Los Angeles
NCT05427123
Gabapentin for Restoring GABA/Glutamate Homeostasis in Co-occurring Bipolar and Cannabis Use Disorders
Medical University of South Carolina
NCT05064319
Acceptability & Safety of Two Sequential Doses of Psilocybin in Bipolar Disorder II Depression and Suicidality
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
NCT06706232
Closed-Loop Deep Brain Stimulation for Treatment-Resistant Bipolar Depression
Andrew Krystal
NCT07127913
Low Field Magnetic Stimulation: Imaging Biomarkers in Geriatric Bipolar Depression
Mclean Hospital
NCT03484494
Assessment of Acute Psychomotor Agitation Measures Associated With Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder
BioXcel Therapeutics
NCT07116694
Psilocybin Therapy for Depression in Bipolar II Disorder
University of California, San Francis
NCT05065294
The BIO-K Study: A Single-Arm, Open-Label, Biomarker Development Clinical Trial of Ketamine for Non-Psychotic Unipolar Major Depression and Bipolar I or II Depression.
Mayo Clinic
NCT03156504
Sensoril(Ashwaganhda)for Bipolar Disorder
University of Pittsburgh
NCT00761761
Treating Smokers With Mental Illness
University of Minnesota
NCT03822416
Psychotherapy for Bipolar II Depression, Pilot Study, Phase II
University of Pittsburgh
NCT00411463
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 7 |
| Phase 3 | 2 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Bipolar II Disorder Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 14 US studies indexed under Bipolar II Disorder, and 7 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 50% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Bipolar II Disorder shows 4 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 7 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Bipolar II Disorder is led by University of Pittsburgh with 2 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 14 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Bipolar II Disorder?
PlainTrial tracks 14 US clinical trials for Bipolar II Disorder, of which 7 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Bipolar II Disorder?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.