This U.S. multicenter, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2 clinical trial is designed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and tolerability of a repeat intranasal (i.n.) dose 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 PH94B-CL036 and choose to enter the distinct open-label extension phase of the study.
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 of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition, and confirmed by the Mini-International Neuropsychiatric Interview (MINI).
Clinician-rated Liebowitz Social Anxiety Score (LSAS) total score ≥70 at Screening (Visit 1).
Any history of bipolar disorder (I or II), schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, psychosis, anorexia or bulimia, premenstrual dysphoric disorder, autism spectrum disorder, or obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Any other current principal or personality disorder (previously known as Axis I or Axis 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 1 year 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 suicidal behavior during the course of their participation in the study, or the subject is considered to be an imminent danger to themself or others.