Fasedienol Nasal Spray for the Acute Treatment of Anxiety in Adults With Social Anxiety Disorder (PALISADE-4)

Last updated: April 11, 2025
Sponsor: VistaGen Therapeutics, Inc.
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

3

Condition

Panic Disorders

Anxiety Disorders

Mood Disorders

Treatment

Fasedienol Nasal Spray

Placebo Nasal Spray

Clinical Study ID

NCT06615557
PH94B-CL043
  • Ages 18-65
  • All Genders

Study 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-4 and choose to enter the distinct open-label extension phase of the study.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

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 ofMental Disorders, 5th Edition, and confirmed by the Mini-InternationalNeuropsychiatric Interview (MINI).

  • Clinician-rated Liebowitz Social Anxiety Score (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 consistentand correct use of an effective method of birth control throughout the study

  • Subjects must have normal olfactory function

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Any history of bipolar disorder (I or II), schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder,psychosis, anorexia or bulimia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, autism spectrumdisorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder.

  • Any other current principal or personality disorder (previously known as Axis I orAxis 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 1year 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 for suicidalbehavior during the course of their participation in the study, or the subject isconsidered to be an imminent danger to themself or others.

  • Clinically significant nasal pathology or history of significant nasal trauma, nasalsurgery, total anosmia, or nasal septum perforation that may have damaged the nasalchemosensory epithelium.

  • Two or more documented failed adequate treatment trials with a registered medicationapproved for SAD.

  • Currently receiving cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, oracceptance and commitment therapy.

  • Subjects taking psychotropic medications within 30 days before Visit 2.

  • Use of any over-the-counter product, prescription product, off-label treatment,cannabidiol ("CBD"), or herbal preparation for treatment of the symptoms of anxietyor social anxiety within 30 days before Visit 2.

  • Prior participation in a clinical trial involving fasedienol.

  • Participation in any other clinical trial within the last 30 days or during thecourse of the current trial.

  • Subjects with a positive urine drug screen.

  • Women who have a positive urine pregnancy test.

  • Women who are currently breastfeeding are not eligible unless they are willing tostop breastfeeding for the duration of the study.

  • Subjects who have tested positive and/or have exhibited symptoms consistent withSARS-CoV-2 infection during the 4 weeks prior to Screening (Visit 1).

  • Any clinically significant medical history or findings as determined by theInvestigator that could interfere with the objectives of the study or put theparticipant at risk.

Study Design

Total Participants: 236
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Fasedienol Nasal Spray
Phase: 3
Study Start date:
September 16, 2024
Estimated Completion Date:
October 31, 2026

Connect with a study center

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Little Rock, Arkansas 72211
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Bellflower, California 90706
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Redlands, California 92374
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Torrance, California 90504
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Denver, Colorado 80209
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Tampa, Florida 33629
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Decatur, Georgia 30030
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Chicago, Illinois 60640
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Naperville, Illinois 60563
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Bloomfield Township, Michigan 48302
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Las Vegas, Nevada 89121
    United States

    Terminated

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Albuquerque, New Mexico 87109
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Cincinnati, Ohio 45229
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Austin, Texas 78759
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Dallas, Texas 75251
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

  • Vistagen Clinical Site

    Houston, Texas 77055
    United States

    Active - Recruiting

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