BioXcel announces Phase 3 agitation studies

BioXcel Therapeutics has announced announced the initiation of its SERENITY (Sub-Lingual DExmedetomidine in Agitation Associated With SchizophRENIa and Bipolar Disorder STudY) program, two Phase 3 studies of BXCL501 for the acute treatment of agitation in patients with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.

“The initiation of the SERENITY trials represents a critical next step in our aim to provide a safe and effective therapy to millions of individuals who suffer from agitation associated with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder,” said Vimal Mehta, Chief Executive Officer of BioXcel. more