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NCT05357040 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · Phase 2

Antidepressant Effects of Nitrous Oxide

A Phase 2 study of Major Depressive Disorder and Treatment-Resistant Depression, sponsored by University of Chicago.

Recruiting
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
172
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

NCT05357040 is a Phase 2 study of Major Depressive Disorder and Treatment-Resistant Depression that is actively recruiting participants, run by University of Chicago. The registered enrollment target is 172 participants, below the 376-participant average among 282 other Major Depressive Disorder trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 2 states.

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The verdict

NCT05357040, a Phase 2 study of Major Depressive Disorder and Treatment-Resistant Depression, is actively recruiting participants, sponsored by University of Chicago.

RECRUITING
Registry status
Phase 2
Development phase
172 participants
Enrollment target
2
Study locations

Study Summary

To evaluate the acute and sustained antidepressant effects of nitrous oxide in people with major depressive disorder; and further evaluate these effects by identifying the optimal dose and regimen to guide current practice, and to plan a future large pragmatic trial.

Interventions

  • DRUG Placebo
  • DRUG Nitrous oxide gas for inhalation

Study Locations (2)

Illinois

  • University of Chicago Medicine - Chicago

Victoria

  • The Alfred Hospital - Melbourne

Trial Details

FieldValue
Enrollment Target 172 participants
Start Date 2021-06-30
Est. Completion 2026-12-01
Phase Phase 2

Sponsor

University of Chicago

796 total trials

What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT05357040

The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT05357040 describes a study currently listed as recruiting, categorized as Phase 2. The registered enrollment target is 172 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 376-participant average among 282 other Major Depressive Disorder trials with a reported enrollment target (54% lower). The listed sponsor is University of Chicago, which has 796 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.

The record links to 2 conditions, with Major Depressive Disorder appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Placebo is the first listed.

NCT05357040 reports 2 study locations spanning 2 distinct geographic areas - top geographies include Illinois, Victoria.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is clinical trial NCT05357040 about?

NCT05357040 is a clinical study titled "Antidepressant Effects of Nitrous Oxide". To evaluate the acute and sustained antidepressant effects of nitrous oxide in people with major depressive disorder; and further evaluate these effects by identifying the optimal dose and regimen to guide current practice, and to plan a future large pragmatic trial.

What is the current status of trial NCT05357040?

This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 172 participants. The study started on 2021-06-30. Estimated completion is 2026-12-01.

What conditions does trial NCT05357040 study?

This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Major Depressive Disorder, Treatment-Resistant Depression.

What interventions are being tested in trial NCT05357040?

The interventions under investigation include: Placebo (DRUG), Nitrous oxide gas for inhalation (DRUG).

Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT05357040?

This trial is sponsored by University of Chicago, which has 796 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.

Where is trial NCT05357040 being conducted?

This trial has 2 study locations across Illinois, Victoria. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.

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