At a glance
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A Multicenter, Randomized, 8-Week Double-Blind Acute Phase Followed By a 6-Month Continuation Phase (Open-Label Or Double-Blind) Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of DVS SR Versus Escitalopram in Postmenopausal Women With Major Depressive Disorder
In Brief
A Phase 3 clinical trial evaluating Desvenlafaxine succinate sustained-release (DVS SR) and Escitalopram for Depression and 2 related conditions. Completed, enrolled 595 participants across 70 sites in 6 countries.
Detailed Summary
Desvenlafaxine succinate (DVS) is a potent and selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI). This study will investigate the safety, efficacy, and tolerability of DVS SR versus escitalopram in women with major depressive disorder (MDD) who are postmenopausal.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
flexible dose of DVS 50-100 or 200 mg every day during 56 days. Extension until 6 months.
Flexible dose of Escitalopram 10 or 20 mg every day during 56 days. Extension until 6 months.