A Study to Compare the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of JNJ-42847922 Versus Quetiapine Extended-Release as Adjunctive Therapy to Antidepressants in Adult Participants With Major Depressive Disorder Who Have Responded Inadequately to Antidepressant Therapy

Sponsor
Janssen Research & Development, LLC (Industry)
Overall Status
Completed
CT.gov ID
NCT03321526
Collaborator
(none)
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to assess the efficacy of flexibly dosed JNJ-42847922 (20 milligram [mg] or 40 mg) compared to flexibly dosed quetiapine extended-release (XR) (150 mg or 300 mg) as adjunctive therapy to an antidepressant drug in delaying time to all-cause discontinuation of study drug over a 6-months (24 weeks) treatment period, in participants with major depressive disorder (MDD) who have had an inadequate response to current antidepressant therapy with a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI).

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
  • Drug: JNJ-42847922
  • Drug: Placebo Matching to JNJ-42847922
  • Drug: Quetiapine XR
  • Drug: Placebo Matching to Quetiapine XR
  • Drug: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
  • Drug: Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)
Phase 2

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
107 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Masking:
Double (Participant, Investigator)
Primary Purpose:
Treatment
Official Title:
A 6-Month, Multicenter, Double-Blind, Randomized, Flexible-Dose, Parallel-Group Study to Compare the Efficacy, Safety, and Tolerability of JNJ-42847922 Versus Quetiapine Extended-Release as Adjunctive Therapy to Antidepressants in Adult Subjects With Major Depressive Disorder Who Have Responded Inadequately to Antidepressant Therapy
Actual Study Start Date :
Dec 12, 2017
Actual Primary Completion Date :
Jun 13, 2019
Actual Study Completion Date :
Jun 27, 2019

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: JNJ-42847922

Participants will receive 20 mg of JNJ-42847922 as a starting dose and matching placebo (1 capsule of 20 mg JNJ-42847922 and 1 capsule of matching placebo) once daily for 14 days. After Day 14, if needed, JNJ-42847922 dose can be increased to 40 mg (2*20 mg capsules) and flexible dose of JNJ-42847922 (20 or 40 mg) will be taken once daily until Day 167. Dose of JNJ-42847922 (20 or 40 mg) will be adjusted by investigator based on the participant's clinical response and tolerability. Participants will continue to take their baseline selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)/serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases.

Drug: JNJ-42847922
Participants will receive JNJ-42847922 capsule orally.
Other Names:
  • MIN-202;
  • Seltorexant
  • Drug: Placebo Matching to JNJ-42847922
    Participants will receive placebo capsule matching to JNJ-42847922 orally.

    Drug: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
    Participants will receive SSRI antidepressant (such as, citalopram, escitalopram, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, vilazodone or vortioxetine) as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases (approximately up to Week 26).

    Drug: Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)
    Participants will receive SNRI antidepressant (such as duloxetine, milnacipran, levomilnacipran, venlafaxine, desvenlafaxine) as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases (approximately up to Week 26).

    Active Comparator: Quetiapine Extended-Release (XR)

    Participants will receive 1 capsule of quetiapine XR 50 mg along with 1 capsule of matching placebo once daily for 2 days, followed by 1 capsule of quetiapine XR 150 mg along with 1 capsule of matching placebo once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. After Day 14, if needed, quetiapine XR dose can be increased to 300 mg (2*150 mg capsules) and flexible dose of quetiapine (150 or 300 mg) will be taken once daily until Day 167. Dose of quetiapine XR (150 or 300 mg) will be adjusted by investigator based on the participant's clinical response and tolerability. Participants will continue to take their baseline SSRI/SNRI antidepressant as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases.

    Drug: Quetiapine XR
    Participants will receive quetiapine XR capsule orally.

    Drug: Placebo Matching to Quetiapine XR
    Participants will receive placebo capsule matching to quetiapine XR orally.

    Drug: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor (SSRI)
    Participants will receive SSRI antidepressant (such as, citalopram, escitalopram, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, vilazodone or vortioxetine) as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases (approximately up to Week 26).

    Drug: Serotonin-Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (SNRI)
    Participants will receive SNRI antidepressant (such as duloxetine, milnacipran, levomilnacipran, venlafaxine, desvenlafaxine) as a part of background therapy (at the same dose, without change, every day and at approximately the same time as prior to entering the study) throughout the screening, double-blind, and follow-up phases (approximately up to Week 26).

    Outcome Measures

    Primary Outcome Measures

    1. Time to All-Cause Discontinuation of Study Drug [Up to Week 24]

      Time to all-cause discontinuation of study drug is defined as the number of days from the first dose of study drug to the last dose of study drug. Participants who completed double-blind treatment were not considered to have discontinued.

    Secondary Outcome Measures

    1. Percentage of Participants With Sustained Remission up to Week 24 [Up to Week 24]

      Remission is defined as Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) total score of less than or equal to (<=) 12. A participant was defined as having achieved sustained remission if the MADRS total score was ≤12 at Week 12 and was sustained at Weeks 18 and 24. Participants with missing values at a given time point were imputed as non-evaluable for remission. MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    2. Percentage of Participants With Sustained Response up to Week 24 [Up to Week 24]

      A participant was defined as having achieved a sustained response if there was at least a 50% improvement from baseline in the MADRS total score at Week 12, and that response was maintained at Week 18 and Week 24. Participants who did not meet such criterion were considered as non-sustained responders. MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    3. Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline Insomnia Severity Index [ISI] Score >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score Less Than [<] 15) at Week 12 [Baseline and Week 12]

      MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    4. Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score <15) at Week 18 [Baseline and Week 18]

      MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    5. Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISIscore >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score 15) at Week 24 [Baseline and Week 24]

      MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    6. Change From Baseline in the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) Total Score at Weeks 12, 18, and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12, 18, and 24]

      HAM-A is a 14-item scale designed to measure anxiety in individuals. Each question reflects a symptom of anxiety and physical as well as mental symptoms are represented. Each of the 14-items in the scale is scored on a 5-point scale, ranging from 0 (a complete lack of that symptom) to 4 (a very severe show of anxiety with that symptom). The total score ranges from 0 to 56 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 14 items, where 0-13 indicates normal range, 14-17 indicates mild severity, 18 -24: mild to moderate severity, 25 -30: moderate to severe, and >=31: severe. Higher score indicates worsening. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    7. Percentage of Participants With Weight Gain of >=7% of Baseline Body Weight at Week 24 [At Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with weight gain of >=7% of baseline body weight at Week 24 were reported.

    8. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Normal to High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from normal to high (<150 milligrams per deciliter [mg/dL] at baseline to >=200 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    9. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Borderline to High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from borderline to high (>=150 to <200 mg/dL at baseline to >=200 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    10. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Normal to Very High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from normal to very high (<150 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    11. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Borderline to Very High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from borderline to very high (>=150 mg/dL to <200 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    12. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From High to Very High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from high to very high (>=200 mg/dL to <500 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    13. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Normal to Borderline [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from normal to borderline (<100 mg/dL at baseline to between >=100 and <126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    14. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Borderline to High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from borderline to high (>=100 to <126 mg/dL at baseline to >=126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    15. Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Normal to High [Up to Week 24]

      Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from normal to high (<100 mg/dL at baseline to >=126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.

    16. Change From Baseline in the Clinical Global Impression-Severity (CGI-S) Scale Score at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The CGI-S provides an overall clinician-determined summary measure of the severity of the participant's illness that takes into account all available information, including knowledge of the participant's history, psychosocial circumstances, symptoms, behavior, and the impact of the symptoms on the participant's ability to function. The CGI-S is a 7-point global assessment scale that measures the clinician's impression of the severity of illness exhibited by a participant, rating according to: 1=normal (not at all ill); 2=borderline ill; 3=mildly ill; 4=moderately ill; 5=markedly ill; 6=severely ill; and 7=among the most extremely ill participants. Higher scores indicate worsening. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    17. Change From Baseline in the Patient Global Impression Severity (PGI-S) Scale Score at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The PGI-S is a self-report scale to measure severity of illness (1=none, 2=mild, 3=moderate, 4=severe). Higher score indicates more illness severity. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    18. Change From Baseline in Quality of Life in Depression Scale (QLDS) Score at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The QLDS is a disease specific patient-reported outcome (PRO) designed to assess health related quality of life in participants with major depressive disorder (MDD). The instrument has a recall period of "at the present time", contains 34-items with "true"/"not true" response options. Each statement on the QLDS is given a score of "1" (adverse quality of life) or "0" good quality of life. All item scores are summed to give a total score that ranges from 0 (good quality of life) to 34 (very poor quality of life). A higher score indicates a more severe condition. Negative change indicates improvement.

    19. Change From Baseline in Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Sleep Disturbance (PROMIS-SD) Short Form 8a at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The PROMIS-SD Short Form 8a subscale consists of a static 8 item questionnaire. It assesses the concepts of sleep initiation (2 items), quality of sleep (3 items), early morning feelings (2 items) and worrying about sleep (1 item). Responses to each of the 8 items range from 1 to 5, and the range of possible summed raw scores is 8 to 40. Higher scores on the PROMIS-SD indicate more of the concept measured (disturbed sleep). Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    20. Change From Baseline in Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Sleep Related Impairment (PROMIS-SRI) Short Form 8a at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The PROMIS-SRI Short Form 8a subscale consists of a static 8 item questionnaire and use five-point likert scale to capture the participant's impressions. It assesses sleep-related impairment over the past 7 days. Responses to each of the 8 items range from 1 (less impairment) to 5 (more impairment), and the range of possible summed raw scores is 8 to 40. Lower scores indicate less sleep related impairment. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    21. Change From Baseline in Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder Scale (SMDDS) Score at Weeks 12 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24]

      The SMDDS assesses participant-reported symptoms associated with MDD. This 16-item instrument has a 7-day recall period, and participants respond to each question using a rating scale between 0 ("Not at all" or "Never") to 4 ("Extremely" or "Always"). Before summing the items to create a total score, item 11 ("how often did you have a poor appetite") and item 12 ("how often did you over eat") are combined into a single score by selecting the highest severity on either item. The total score is then created by summing the responses on the 15 items. The total score ranges from 0 to 60 with a higher score indicating more severe depressive symptomatology. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    22. Change From Baseline in Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24]

      SDMT is a widely used, paper-and-pencil assessment of complex scanning and visual tracking, requiring elements of attention, visuoperceptual processing, working memory, and cognitive/psychomotor speed. The test is viewed as a robust screening test for adult neuropsychological impairment and is sensitive to impairments in cognitive function associated with MDD. The SDMT measured the time to pair abstract symbols with specific numbers. The test included a coding key consisting of 9 abstract symbols, each paired with a number ranging from 1 to 9. Following the key, the participant was presented with randomly ordered symbols and was required to write the number corresponding to each symbol as fast as possible. The number of correct substitutions within 90 seconds was recorded and total score derived from the total number of correct responses with a minimum possible score of 0 and maximum of 110 where high scores indicate better outcome. Positive change in score indicates improvement.

    23. Change From Baseline in Trail Making Test - Part B (TMT-Part B) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24]

      The TMT-Part B measures divided attention and executive function (tracking and sequencing). The participant is instructed to draw a line to connect a set of 25 consecutively numbered and lettered circles, alternating sequentially between numbers and letters (that is, 1 A 2 B). The participant is instructed to work as quickly as possible while still maintaining accuracy. Score included time (seconds) to completion and number of errors in performing the test which ranges from 0 (no errors) to 25 (more errors), where shorter time and less number of errors indicates better performance. The TMT-Part B is sensitive to cognitive decline associated with MDD. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    24. Change From Baseline in Hopkins Verbal Learning Test-Revised (HVLT-R) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24]

      The HVLT-R measures performance in verbal memory, learning, and long-term recall in which a list of words is read up to three times. Approximately 20-25 minutes later, a delayed recall trial and a recognition trial are completed. The delayed recall requires free recall of any words remembered. The recognition trial is composed of 24 words, including the 12 target words and 12 false-positives. When scoring the HVLT, the three learning trials are combined to calculate a total recall score (0-36); the delayed recall trial creates the delayed recall score (0 -12); the total number of true-positive errors (0-12); and the recognition discrimination index is comprised by subtracting the total number of false positives from the total number of true positives. A higher score indicates higher cognition.

    25. Change From Baseline in Salivary Cortisol Levels as Measured at Home Upon Awakening and During the Evening at Weeks 6 and 24 [Baseline, Weeks 6 and 24]

      Change from baseline in salivary cortisol levels as measured upon awakening and at home during the evening at Weeks 6 and 24 were reported.

    26. Percentage of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events as a Measure of Safety and Tolerability [Up to 24 weeks]

      An adverse event (AE) was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship. Treatment-emergent AEs were AEs with onset during the double-blind treatment phase or that were a consequence of a preexisting condition that worsened since baseline.

    27. Percentage of Participants With Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and Events of Special Interest [Up to 24 weeks]

      An adverse event (AE) was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship. SAE was any untoward medical occurrence that at any dose may result in death, is life-threatening, requires inpatient hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization, results in persistent or significant disability/incapacity, is a congenital anomaly/birth defect, is a suspected transmission of any infectious agent via a medicinal product. AESIs were significant AEs that were judged to be of special interest because of clinical importance, known or suspected class effects, or based on nonclinical signals. Adverse events of special interest were cataplexy, sleep paralysis, complex, and sleep-related behaviors (parasomnias).

    28. Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Vital Sign Parameters [Up to 24 weeks]

      Percentage of participants with abnormalities in vital sign parameters (pulse, supine and standing blood pressure [systolic and diastolic], body temperature, and body weight) were reported. Abnormally low values for parameters included pulse (beats per minute)- decrease value from baseline (>=) 15 to <=50; Systolic Blood Pressure (BP) (mmHg [Millimeter of mercury])- decrease value from baseline >=20 to <=90; Diastolic BP- decrease value from baseline >=15 to <=50; weight (Kilogram[Kg])- decrease from baseline of >=7%; Body temperature (Celsius [C])- <35.5. Abnormally high values for parameters included pulse- increase value from baseline >=15 to >=100; Systolic BP(mmHg)- increase from baseline of >=20 to >=180; Diastolic BP- increase value from baseline >=15 to >=105; weight(Kg)- increase from baseline of >=7%; body temperature (C)- >37.5.

    29. Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameters [Up to 24 weeks]

      Percentage of participants with abnormalities in ECG parameters were reported.

    30. Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Clinical Laboratory Parameters [Up to 24 weeks]

      Percentage of participants with abnormalities in clinical laboratory parameters were reported.

    31. Percentage of Participants With Sexual Dysfunction as Determined by Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASEX) Total Score [Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)]

      Sexual dysfunction is defined as an ASEX total score of 19 or greater, or a score of 5 or greater on any item, or a score of 4 or greater on any 3 items. ASEX is a five-item rating scale that quantifies sex drive, arousal, vaginal lubrication/penile erection, ability to reach orgasm, and satisfaction from orgasm. Each of the 5 items is rated on a 6-point Likert scale, ranging from 1 to 6. The 5 items are summed to create a total score, ranging from 5 to 30, with the higher scores indicating more sexual dysfunction.

    32. Percentage of Participants With Clinically Relevant Changes in Extrapyramidal Symptoms Assessed by the Extrapyramidal Symptom Rating Scale-Abbreviated (ESRS-A) Score [Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)]

      The ESRS-A is an abbreviated manualized version of the ESRS, a semi-structured interview that rates parkinsonian symptoms, dystonia, dyskinesias, and akathisia over the previous 7 days. The ratings include a motor examination for rigidity, tremor, reduced facial expression or speech, impaired gait/posture, postural instability, and bradykinesia/hypokinesia. Twenty-four individual items are rated on a 6-point scale: 0=Absent, 1=Minimal, 2=Mild, 3=Moderate, 4=Severe, or 5=Extreme. Frequency is included as an index of severity.

    33. Percentage of Participants With Suicidality Assessed Using Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) Score [Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)]

      C-SSRS is a clinician-rated instrument that reports severity and frequency of suicide-related ideation and behaviors. Suicidal ideation was classified on a 5-item scale: 1 (wish to be dead), 2 (non-specific active suicidal thoughts), 3 (active suicidal ideation with any methods [not plan] without intent to act), 4 (active suicidal ideation with some intent to act, without specific plan), and 5 (active suicidal ideation with specific plan and intent). Suicidal behavior is classified on a 5-item scale: 6 (preparatory acts or behavior), 7 (aborted attempt), 8 (interrupted attempt), 9 (actual attempt [non-fatal]), and 10 (completed suicide [only applicable for post baseline]). Minimum total score 0, maximum total score 10; higher total scores indicate more suicidal ideation and/or suicidal behavior. If no events qualify for score of 1 to 10, score of 0 was assigned (0= "no event that can be assessed on the basis of C-SSRS"). Higher scores indicate greater severity.

    34. Percentage of Participant With Potential Withdrawal Effects Assessed by the Physician Withdrawal Checklist (PWC) [Up to 26 weeks]

      Intensity of discontinuation symptoms was assessed (anxiety-nervousness, dysphoric mood/depression, Depersonalization-Derealization, , Diaphoresis, Diarrhea, Difficulty Concentrating, Remember, Dizziness-Lightheadedness, Fatigue-Lethargy-Lack of Energy, Headaches, Increased Acuity Sound Smell Touch, Irritability, Loss of Appetite, Muscle Aches or Stiffness, Nausea-Vomiting, Paresthesias, Poor Coordination, Restlessness-Agitation, Tremor-Tremulousness, Weakness), using the Physician Withdrawal Checklist (PWC-20) administered by a trained clinician/rater. Symptoms are rated on a scale of 0 (no symptom present), 1 (mild), 2 (moderate), and 3 (severe). Total scores range from 0 (no symptom) to 24 (severe symptom) calculated by adding the scores of following 8 items: Nausea-Vomiting, Diarrhea, Poor Coordination, Diaphoresis, Tremor-Tremulousness, Dizziness-Lightheadedness, Increased Acuity Sound Smell Touch, Paresthesias. Higher scores indicates more severe symptoms.

    35. Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score Over Time [Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24]

      MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    36. Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score Over Time, by Mode Dose [Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24, and 26]

      MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. Negative change in score indicates improvement.

    37. Change From Baseline in MADRS-6 Score Over Time [Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24, and 26]

      MADRS-6 is the depression subscale of the full MADRS, including the following 6 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (absence of symptom) to 6 (severe symptom); the overall score ranges from 0 to 36 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 6 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.

    Eligibility Criteria

    Criteria

    Ages Eligible for Study:
    18 Years to 70 Years
    Sexes Eligible for Study:
    All
    Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
    No
    Inclusion Criteria:
    • Male or female of non-childbearing potential (WONCBP) outpatients, aged 18 to 70 years (inclusive). A WONCBP is defined as: a).Postmenopausal: A postmenopausal state is defined as no menses for 12 months without an alternative medical cause. b). Permanently sterile: Permanent sterilization methods include hysterectomy, bilateral salpingectomy, bilateral tubal occlusion/ligation procedures, and bilateral oophorectomy. c). If reproductive status is questionable, additional evaluation should be considered

    • Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-5th Edition (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria for major depressive disorder (MDD), without psychotic features, based upon clinical assessment and confirmed by the Structured Clinical Interview for DSM-5 Axis I Disorders- Clinical Trials Version (SCID-CT). The length of the current depressive episode must be less than or equal to (<=) 18 months

    • Have had an inadequate response to at least 1 but no more than 3 antidepressants, administered at an adequate dose and duration in the current episode of depression, as assessed by the Massachusetts General Hospital-Antidepressant Treatment Response Questionnaire (MGH-ATRQ). An inadequate response is defined as less than (<)50 percent (%) reduction in depressive symptom severity, as assessed by the MGH-ATRQ. An adequate trial is defined as an antidepressant treatment for at least 4 weeks at or above the minimum therapeutic dose, as specified in the MGH-ATRQ, for any particular antidepressant. The inadequate response must include the participant's current antidepressant treatment

    • Be receiving monotherapy treatment for depressive symptoms with 1 of the following selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI)/serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressants, in any formulation: citalopram, duloxetine, escitalopram, fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, milnacipran, levomilnacipran, paroxetine, sertraline, venlafaxine, desvenlafaxine, vilazodone, or vortioxetine at a stable dose (at or above the minimum therapeutic dose level) for at least 4 weeks, and for no greater than 12 months, at screening. Modification of an effective preexisting therapy should not be made for the explicit purpose of entering a participant into the study

    • Have a Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) total score greater than or equal to (>=)25 (performed by independent, centralized remote raters) at screening and must not demonstrate a clinically significant improvement (that is, an improvement of greater than (>)20% on their MADRS total score) from the screening to baseline visit

    • Have a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 18 and 35 kilogram per meter square (kg/m2) inclusive (BMI equal to [=] weight/height2)

    • Must be otherwise healthy on the basis of physical examination, medical history, vital signs, 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG), and clinical laboratory tests performed at screening. If there are abnormalities, they must be consistent with the underlying illness in the study population. If the results of the clinical laboratory tests are outside the normal reference ranges, the participant may be included only if the investigator judges the abnormalities or deviations from normal to be not clinically significant or to be appropriate and reasonable for the population under study. This determination must be recorded in the participant's source documents and initialed by the investigator

    Exclusion Criteria:
    • Have Cushing's Disease, Addison's Disease, primary amenorrhea, or other evidence of significant medical disorders of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis

    • Have a history of epilepsy, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS) or Tardive Dyskinesia

    • Have a history of previous non-response to an adequate trial of quetiapine as an adjunctive treatment for MDD (adequate trial defined as >=150 mg for 4 weeks or more) and/or a history of lack of response to 3 or more adequate antidepressant treatments and/or a history or evidence of noncompliance with current antidepressant therapy

    • Have taken a known moderate or strong inhibitor/inducer of cytochrome P450 (CYP)3A4 and CYP2C9 or a dual inhibitor/inducer of CYP3A4 and CYP2C9 within 14 days (or after washout that is, duration of 5 times the drug's half-life) before the first study drug administration on Day 1 until the follow-up visit. Fluvoxamine is a moderate CYP2C9 inhibitor and a mild CYP3A inhibitor, and will not be excluded from the study

    • Have a history or current diagnosis of a psychotic disorder, bipolar disorder, intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, borderline personality disorder, somatoform disorders, or fibromyalgia

    Contacts and Locations

    Locations

    Site City State Country Postal Code
    1 NoesisPharma Research Phoenix Arizona United States 85032
    2 Clinical Research Consortium Arizona Tempe Arizona United States 85283
    3 Woodland Research Northwest Rogers Arkansas United States 72758
    4 Collaborative NeuroScience Network Garden Grove California United States 92845
    5 Pacific Institute of Medical Sciences Los Angeles California United States 90024
    6 National Research Institute Los Angeles California United States 90057
    7 Excell Research Inc Oceanside California United States 92056
    8 Desert Valley Research Rancho Mirage California United States 92270
    9 Anderson Clinical Research Redlands California United States 92374
    10 Artemis Institute for Clinical Research San Diego California United States 92103
    11 Syrentis Clinical Research Santa Ana California United States 92705
    12 Research Center for Clinical Studies, Inc. Norwalk Connecticut United States 06851
    13 Clinical Research of South Florida Coral Gables Florida United States 33134
    14 SIH Research Kissimmee Florida United States 34759
    15 Premier Clinical Research Miami Florida United States 33122
    16 Innova Clinical Trials Miami Florida United States 33133
    17 Arocha Research Center Inc Miami Florida United States 33145
    18 Suncoast Clinical Research New Port Richey Florida United States 34652
    19 Stedman Clinical Trials Tampa Florida United States 33613
    20 Northwest Behavioral Research Center Marietta Georgia United States 30060
    21 Suburban Clinical Research Group, Inc Bolingbrook Illinois United States 60490
    22 RxClinicals Crystal Lake Illinois United States 60012
    23 Alexian Brothers Health System Hoffman Estates Illinois United States 60169
    24 Psychiatric Medicine Associates LLC Skokie Illinois United States 60076
    25 American Research, LLC Jeffersonville Indiana United States 47130
    26 University of Iowa Iowa City Iowa United States 52242
    27 Phoenix Medical Research, Inc. Prairie Village Kansas United States 66208
    28 Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore Maryland United States 21218
    29 BTC of New Bedford New Bedford Massachusetts United States 02740
    30 Boston Clinical Trials & Medical Research Roslindale Massachusetts United States 02135
    31 Rochester Center for Behavioral Medicine (RCBM) Rochester Hills Michigan United States 48307
    32 Midwest Research Group Saint Charles Missouri United States 63304
    33 PsychCare Consultants Research Saint Louis Missouri United States 63128
    34 Clinical Research Consortium Las Vegas Nevada United States 89119-5190
    35 SPRI Clinical Trials, LLC Brooklyn New York United States 11235
    36 CNS Research Science, Inc. Jamaica New York United States 11432
    37 Hapworth Psychiatric Medical PLLC New York New York United States 10019
    38 Carolina Partners c/o Tripha Life Sciences Raleigh North Carolina United States 27606
    39 Patient Priority Clinical Sites, LLC Cincinnati Ohio United States 45215
    40 Intend Research Norman Oklahoma United States 73069
    41 IPS Research Company Oklahoma City Oklahoma United States 73103
    42 Sooner Clinical Research Oklahoma City Oklahoma United States 73112
    43 BTC Network Lincoln Rhode Island United States 02865
    44 Hawkins Psychiatry, PC Arlington Texas United States 76013
    45 Baylor College of Medicine Houston Texas United States 77030
    46 Houston Endoscopy and Research Center, Inc. Houston Texas United States 77079
    47 Texas Center for Drug Development, Inc Houston Texas United States 77081
    48 Pillar Clinical Research, LLC Richardson Texas United States 75080
    49 Ericksen Research and Development Clinton Utah United States 84015
    50 Northwest Clinical Research Center Bellevue Washington United States 98004

    Sponsors and Collaborators

    • Janssen Research & Development, LLC

    Investigators

    • Study Director: Janssen Research & Development, LLC Clinical Trial, Janssen Research & Development, LLC

    Study Documents (Full-Text)

    More Information

    Publications

    None provided.
    Responsible Party:
    Janssen Research & Development, LLC
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT03321526
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • CR108394
    • 42847922MDD2002
    First Posted:
    Oct 25, 2017
    Last Update Posted:
    Aug 16, 2022
    Last Verified:
    Jul 1, 2022
    Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product:
    Yes
    Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product:
    No
    Product Manufactured in and Exported from the U.S.:
    No
    Additional relevant MeSH terms:

    Study Results

    Participant Flow

    Recruitment Details
    Pre-assignment Detail
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Period Title: Double-blind Treatment Phase (24 Weeks)
    STARTED 54 53
    COMPLETED 30 27
    NOT COMPLETED 24 26
    Period Title: Double-blind Treatment Phase (24 Weeks)
    STARTED 54 52
    COMPLETED 30 28
    NOT COMPLETED 24 24

    Baseline Characteristics

    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR Total
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Total of all reporting groups
    Overall Participants 52 52 104
    Age (years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
    Mean (Standard Deviation) [years]
    55.3
    (9.67)
    53.6
    (10.83)
    54.5
    (10.26)
    Age, Customized (Count of Participants)
    Adults (18-64 years)
    43
    82.7%
    43
    82.7%
    86
    82.7%
    From 65 to 84 years
    9
    17.3%
    9
    17.3%
    18
    17.3%
    85 years and over
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants)
    Female
    34
    65.4%
    35
    67.3%
    69
    66.3%
    Male
    18
    34.6%
    17
    32.7%
    35
    33.7%
    Ethnicity (NIH/OMB) (Count of Participants)
    Hispanic or Latino
    17
    32.7%
    10
    19.2%
    27
    26%
    Not Hispanic or Latino
    34
    65.4%
    41
    78.8%
    75
    72.1%
    Unknown or Not Reported
    1
    1.9%
    1
    1.9%
    2
    1.9%
    Race (NIH/OMB) (Count of Participants)
    American Indian or Alaska Native
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Asian
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
    2
    3.8%
    0
    0%
    2
    1.9%
    Black or African American
    14
    26.9%
    14
    26.9%
    28
    26.9%
    White
    36
    69.2%
    36
    69.2%
    72
    69.2%
    More than one race
    0
    0%
    2
    3.8%
    2
    1.9%
    Unknown or Not Reported
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Region of Enrollment (Count of Participants)
    UNITED STATES
    52
    100%
    52
    100%
    104
    100%

    Outcome Measures

    1. Primary Outcome
    Title Time to All-Cause Discontinuation of Study Drug
    Description Time to all-cause discontinuation of study drug is defined as the number of days from the first dose of study drug to the last dose of study drug. Participants who completed double-blind treatment were not considered to have discontinued.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective investigational products (IPs) and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 51 51
    Median (80% Confidence Interval) [days]
    NA
    NA
    Statistical Analysis 1
    Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Seltorexant, Quetiapine XR
    Comments
    Type of Statistical Test Superiority
    Comments
    Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.5355
    Comments
    Method Log Rank
    Comments
    2. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sustained Remission up to Week 24
    Description Remission is defined as Montgomery-Asberg Depression Rating Scale (MADRS) total score of less than or equal to (<=) 12. A participant was defined as having achieved sustained remission if the MADRS total score was ≤12 at Week 12 and was sustained at Weeks 18 and 24. Participants with missing values at a given time point were imputed as non-evaluable for remission. MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, N (number of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants that were evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 38 36
    Number [percentage of participants]
    13.2
    25.4%
    19.4
    37.3%
    3. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sustained Response up to Week 24
    Description A participant was defined as having achieved a sustained response if there was at least a 50% improvement from baseline in the MADRS total score at Week 12, and that response was maintained at Week 18 and Week 24. Participants who did not meet such criterion were considered as non-sustained responders. MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, N (number of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants that were evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 38 36
    Number [percentage of participants]
    13.2
    25.4%
    22.2
    42.7%
    4. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline Insomnia Severity Index [ISI] Score >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score Less Than [<] 15) at Week 12
    Description MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Baseline and Week 12

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, N (number of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants that were evaluable for this outcome measure and n (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable for specific categories.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 38 35
    Baseline ISI score <15
    -10.4
    (12.68)
    -12.8
    (9.67)
    Baseline ISI score >=15
    -13.4
    (10.73)
    -17.3
    (9.70)
    5. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score <15) at Week 18
    Description MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Baseline and Week 18

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, N (number of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants that were evaluable for this outcome measure and n (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable for specific categories.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 34 31
    Baseline ISI score <15
    -13.9
    (16.66)
    -16.2
    (10.46)
    Baseline ISI score >=15
    -10.3
    (14.96)
    -12.9
    (11.58)
    6. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score in Participants With Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISIscore >=15) Versus Those Without Significant Insomnia (Baseline ISI Score 15) at Week 24
    Description MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. The ISI has 7 questions, each rated on a 5-point Likert scale ranging from 0 to 4. The total score is calculated as the sum of the 7 items ranging from 0 to 28. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Baseline and Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, N (number of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants that were evaluable for this outcome measure. and n (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable for specific categories.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 30 27
    Baseline ISI score <15
    -14.3
    (14.47)
    -15.6
    (8.78)
    Baseline ISI score >=15
    -13.5
    (14.32)
    -15.4
    (11.76)
    7. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A) Total Score at Weeks 12, 18, and 24
    Description HAM-A is a 14-item scale designed to measure anxiety in individuals. Each question reflects a symptom of anxiety and physical as well as mental symptoms are represented. Each of the 14-items in the scale is scored on a 5-point scale, ranging from 0 (a complete lack of that symptom) to 4 (a very severe show of anxiety with that symptom). The total score ranges from 0 to 56 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 14 items, where 0-13 indicates normal range, 14-17 indicates mild severity, 18 -24: mild to moderate severity, 25 -30: moderate to severe, and >=31: severe. Higher score indicates worsening. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12, 18, and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints for specific timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 33
    Week 12
    -8.7
    (6.05)
    -6.6
    (6.75)
    Week 18
    -8.5
    (6.66)
    -10.0
    (5.69)
    Week 24
    -10.9
    (6.55)
    -9.5
    (7.26)
    8. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Weight Gain of >=7% of Baseline Body Weight at Week 24
    Description Percentage of participants with weight gain of >=7% of baseline body weight at Week 24 were reported.
    Time Frame At Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure with at least one post-baseline value.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 47 47
    Number [percentage of participants]
    4.3
    8.3%
    8.5
    16.3%
    9. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Normal to High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from normal to high (<150 milligrams per deciliter [mg/dL] at baseline to >=200 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 28 22
    Number [percentage of participants]
    7.1
    13.7%
    13.6
    26.2%
    10. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Borderline to High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from borderline to high (>=150 to <200 mg/dL at baseline to >=200 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 8 8
    Number [percentage of participants]
    25.0
    48.1%
    37.5
    72.1%
    11. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Normal to Very High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from normal to very high (<150 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 28 22
    Number [percentage of participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    12. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From Borderline to Very High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from borderline to very high (>=150 mg/dL to <200 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 8 8
    Number [percentage of participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    13. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Triglycerides From High to Very High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in triglycerides from high to very high (>=200 mg/dL to <500 mg/dL at baseline to >=500 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 6 10
    Number [percentage of participants]
    16.7
    32.1%
    0
    0%
    14. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Normal to Borderline
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from normal to borderline (<100 mg/dL at baseline to between >=100 and <126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 31 25
    Number [percentage of participants]
    38.7
    74.4%
    36.0
    69.2%
    15. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Borderline to High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from borderline to high (>=100 to <126 mg/dL at baseline to >=126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 11 12
    Number [percentage of participants]
    9.1
    17.5%
    25.0
    48.1%
    16. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Shifts in Fasting Blood Glucose From Normal to High
    Description Percentage of participants with shifts in fasting blood glucose from normal to high (<100 mg/dL at baseline to >=126 mg/dL at any post-baseline assessment) were reported.
    Time Frame Up to Week 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies number of participants evaluable for this outcome measure.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 31 25
    Number [percentage of participants]
    3.2
    6.2%
    4.0
    7.7%
    17. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in the Clinical Global Impression-Severity (CGI-S) Scale Score at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The CGI-S provides an overall clinician-determined summary measure of the severity of the participant's illness that takes into account all available information, including knowledge of the participant's history, psychosocial circumstances, symptoms, behavior, and the impact of the symptoms on the participant's ability to function. The CGI-S is a 7-point global assessment scale that measures the clinician's impression of the severity of illness exhibited by a participant, rating according to: 1=normal (not at all ill); 2=borderline ill; 3=mildly ill; 4=moderately ill; 5=markedly ill; 6=severely ill; and 7=among the most extremely ill participants. Higher scores indicate worsening. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 38 35
    Week 12
    -1.2
    (1.39)
    -1.7
    (1.23)
    Week 24
    -1.4
    (1.65)
    -1.7
    (1.10)
    18. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in the Patient Global Impression Severity (PGI-S) Scale Score at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The PGI-S is a self-report scale to measure severity of illness (1=none, 2=mild, 3=moderate, 4=severe). Higher score indicates more illness severity. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 33
    Week 12
    -1.0
    (1.07)
    -1.1
    (1.02)
    Week 24
    -1.2
    (1.10)
    -1.5
    (1.09)
    19. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Quality of Life in Depression Scale (QLDS) Score at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The QLDS is a disease specific patient-reported outcome (PRO) designed to assess health related quality of life in participants with major depressive disorder (MDD). The instrument has a recall period of "at the present time", contains 34-items with "true"/"not true" response options. Each statement on the QLDS is given a score of "1" (adverse quality of life) or "0" good quality of life. All item scores are summed to give a total score that ranges from 0 (good quality of life) to 34 (very poor quality of life). A higher score indicates a more severe condition. Negative change indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 35
    Week 12
    -8.1
    (9.20)
    -8.3
    (8.68)
    Week 24
    -9.5
    (10.32)
    -9.9
    (10.43)
    20. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Sleep Disturbance (PROMIS-SD) Short Form 8a at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The PROMIS-SD Short Form 8a subscale consists of a static 8 item questionnaire. It assesses the concepts of sleep initiation (2 items), quality of sleep (3 items), early morning feelings (2 items) and worrying about sleep (1 item). Responses to each of the 8 items range from 1 to 5, and the range of possible summed raw scores is 8 to 40. Higher scores on the PROMIS-SD indicate more of the concept measured (disturbed sleep). Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 36
    Week 12
    -8.22
    (10.073)
    -11.87
    (10.717)
    Week 24
    -11.45
    (11.722)
    -12.91
    (7.878)
    21. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System-Sleep Related Impairment (PROMIS-SRI) Short Form 8a at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The PROMIS-SRI Short Form 8a subscale consists of a static 8 item questionnaire and use five-point likert scale to capture the participant's impressions. It assesses sleep-related impairment over the past 7 days. Responses to each of the 8 items range from 1 (less impairment) to 5 (more impairment), and the range of possible summed raw scores is 8 to 40. Lower scores indicate less sleep related impairment. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 36
    Week 12
    -7.25
    (9.449)
    -9.09
    (7.992)
    Week 24
    -11.02
    (11.061)
    -10.74
    (6.970)
    22. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder Scale (SMDDS) Score at Weeks 12 and 24
    Description The SMDDS assesses participant-reported symptoms associated with MDD. This 16-item instrument has a 7-day recall period, and participants respond to each question using a rating scale between 0 ("Not at all" or "Never") to 4 ("Extremely" or "Always"). Before summing the items to create a total score, item 11 ("how often did you have a poor appetite") and item 12 ("how often did you over eat") are combined into a single score by selecting the highest severity on either item. The total score is then created by summing the responses on the 15 items. The total score ranges from 0 to 60 with a higher score indicating more severe depressive symptomatology. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 12 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 37 36
    Week 12
    -13.9
    (10.92)
    -15.7
    (11.16)
    Week 24
    -15.6
    (13.07)
    -19.6
    (11.59)
    23. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Symbol Digit Modalities Test (SDMT) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24
    Description SDMT is a widely used, paper-and-pencil assessment of complex scanning and visual tracking, requiring elements of attention, visuoperceptual processing, working memory, and cognitive/psychomotor speed. The test is viewed as a robust screening test for adult neuropsychological impairment and is sensitive to impairments in cognitive function associated with MDD. The SDMT measured the time to pair abstract symbols with specific numbers. The test included a coding key consisting of 9 abstract symbols, each paired with a number ranging from 1 to 9. Following the key, the participant was presented with randomly ordered symbols and was required to write the number corresponding to each symbol as fast as possible. The number of correct substitutions within 90 seconds was recorded and total score derived from the total number of correct responses with a minimum possible score of 0 and maximum of 110 where high scores indicate better outcome. Positive change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 41 39
    Week 6
    5.0
    (14.45)
    -2.9
    (11.72)
    Week 12
    5.5
    (17.61)
    0.1
    (14.07)
    Week 24
    4.7
    (18.78)
    0.0
    (9.83)
    24. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Trail Making Test - Part B (TMT-Part B) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24
    Description The TMT-Part B measures divided attention and executive function (tracking and sequencing). The participant is instructed to draw a line to connect a set of 25 consecutively numbered and lettered circles, alternating sequentially between numbers and letters (that is, 1 A 2 B). The participant is instructed to work as quickly as possible while still maintaining accuracy. Score included time (seconds) to completion and number of errors in performing the test which ranges from 0 (no errors) to 25 (more errors), where shorter time and less number of errors indicates better performance. The TMT-Part B is sensitive to cognitive decline associated with MDD. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 41 38
    Week 6
    0.4
    (3.26)
    0.0
    (2.59)
    Week 12
    0.2
    (3.39)
    0.6
    (2.93)
    Week 24
    0.5
    (4.54)
    -0.3
    (1.54)
    25. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Hopkins Verbal Learning Test-Revised (HVLT-R) at Weeks 6, 12, and 24
    Description The HVLT-R measures performance in verbal memory, learning, and long-term recall in which a list of words is read up to three times. Approximately 20-25 minutes later, a delayed recall trial and a recognition trial are completed. The delayed recall requires free recall of any words remembered. The recognition trial is composed of 24 words, including the 12 target words and 12 false-positives. When scoring the HVLT, the three learning trials are combined to calculate a total recall score (0-36); the delayed recall trial creates the delayed recall score (0 -12); the total number of true-positive errors (0-12); and the recognition discrimination index is comprised by subtracting the total number of false positives from the total number of true positives. A higher score indicates higher cognition.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 6, 12, and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 41 39
    Total Recall: Week 6
    0.6
    (4.60)
    -0.1
    (5.51)
    Total Recall: Week 12
    1.9
    (5.24)
    1.3
    (5.25)
    Total Recall: Week 24
    2.0
    (5.22)
    1.4
    (5.09)
    Delayed Recall: Week 6
    0.2
    (2.07)
    0.6
    (2.57)
    Delayed Recall: Week 12
    0.5
    (2.54)
    1.0
    (2.52)
    Delayed Recall: Week 24
    1.3
    (2.74)
    1.4
    (2.39)
    Total True-Positive Errors: Week 6
    0.5
    (4.21)
    -0.4
    (2.71)
    Total True-Positive Errors: Week 12
    0.2
    (3.99)
    -0.1
    (3.59)
    Total True-Positive Errors: Week 24
    0.5
    (3.03)
    -0.7
    (3.07)
    Recognition Discrimination Index: Week 6
    0.8
    (4.03)
    1.0
    (3.80)
    Recognition Discrimination Index: Week 12
    -0.3
    (4.67)
    0.1
    (5.29)
    Recognition Discrimination Index: Week 24
    0.9
    (2.91)
    -0.3
    (4.69)
    26. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in Salivary Cortisol Levels as Measured at Home Upon Awakening and During the Evening at Weeks 6 and 24
    Description Change from baseline in salivary cortisol levels as measured upon awakening and at home during the evening at Weeks 6 and 24 were reported.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 6 and 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The biomarker analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug during the double-blind (DB) treatment phase and had biomarker data at baseline. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 36 32
    Awakening: Week 6
    1.3
    (9.07)
    -2.8
    (8.27)
    Awakening: Week 24
    1.4
    (9.42)
    -1.7
    (6.86)
    Evening: Week 6
    -0.7
    (4.59)
    0.5
    (5.96)
    Evening: Week 24
    1.4
    (6.85)
    0.9
    (2.73)
    27. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Treatment-emergent Adverse Events as a Measure of Safety and Tolerability
    Description An adverse event (AE) was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship. Treatment-emergent AEs were AEs with onset during the double-blind treatment phase or that were a consequence of a preexisting condition that worsened since baseline.
    Time Frame Up to 24 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    Number [percentage of participants]
    65.4
    125.8%
    80.8
    155.4%
    28. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Treatment-emergent Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and Events of Special Interest
    Description An adverse event (AE) was any untoward medical occurrence in a participant who received study drug without regard to possibility of causal relationship. SAE was any untoward medical occurrence that at any dose may result in death, is life-threatening, requires inpatient hospitalization or prolongation of existing hospitalization, results in persistent or significant disability/incapacity, is a congenital anomaly/birth defect, is a suspected transmission of any infectious agent via a medicinal product. AESIs were significant AEs that were judged to be of special interest because of clinical importance, known or suspected class effects, or based on nonclinical signals. Adverse events of special interest were cataplexy, sleep paralysis, complex, and sleep-related behaviors (parasomnias).
    Time Frame Up to 24 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    SAEs
    1.9
    3.7%
    3.8
    7.3%
    AESIs
    13.5
    26%
    5.8
    11.2%
    29. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Vital Sign Parameters
    Description Percentage of participants with abnormalities in vital sign parameters (pulse, supine and standing blood pressure [systolic and diastolic], body temperature, and body weight) were reported. Abnormally low values for parameters included pulse (beats per minute)- decrease value from baseline (>=) 15 to <=50; Systolic Blood Pressure (BP) (mmHg [Millimeter of mercury])- decrease value from baseline >=20 to <=90; Diastolic BP- decrease value from baseline >=15 to <=50; weight (Kilogram[Kg])- decrease from baseline of >=7%; Body temperature (Celsius [C])- <35.5. Abnormally high values for parameters included pulse- increase value from baseline >=15 to >=100; Systolic BP(mmHg)- increase from baseline of >=20 to >=180; Diastolic BP- increase value from baseline >=15 to >=105; weight(Kg)- increase from baseline of >=7%; body temperature (C)- >37.5.
    Time Frame Up to 24 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable for specified categories.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 50 51
    Supine Pulse Rate: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    2.0
    3.8%
    Supine Pulse Rate: Abnormally high
    2.0
    3.8%
    3.9
    7.5%
    Standing Pulse Rate: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Standing Pulse Rate: Abnormally high
    2.0
    3.8%
    5.9
    11.3%
    Supine Systolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Supine Systolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally high
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Standing Systolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    2.0
    3.8%
    Standing Systolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally high
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Supine Diastolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Supine Diastolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally high
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Standing Diastolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Standing Diastolic Blood Pressure: Abnormally high
    2.0
    3.8%
    0
    0%
    Temperature: Abnormally low
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Temperature: Abnormally high
    6.0
    11.5%
    0
    0%
    Weight: Abnormally low
    4.3
    8.3%
    0
    0%
    Weight: Abnormally high
    4.3
    8.3%
    8.5
    16.3%
    30. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Electrocardiogram (ECG) Parameters
    Description Percentage of participants with abnormalities in ECG parameters were reported.
    Time Frame Up to 24 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    Number [percentage of participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    31. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Abnormalities in Clinical Laboratory Parameters
    Description Percentage of participants with abnormalities in clinical laboratory parameters were reported.
    Time Frame Up to 24 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    Number [percentage of participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    32. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Sexual Dysfunction as Determined by Arizona Sexual Experiences Scale (ASEX) Total Score
    Description Sexual dysfunction is defined as an ASEX total score of 19 or greater, or a score of 5 or greater on any item, or a score of 4 or greater on any 3 items. ASEX is a five-item rating scale that quantifies sex drive, arousal, vaginal lubrication/penile erection, ability to reach orgasm, and satisfaction from orgasm. Each of the 5 items is rated on a 6-point Likert scale, ranging from 1 to 6. The 5 items are summed to create a total score, ranging from 5 to 30, with the higher scores indicating more sexual dysfunction.
    Time Frame Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure. End point double-blind (DB) is the last post baseline observation during the double blind phase.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 42 41
    Number [percentage of participants]
    64.3
    123.7%
    75.6
    145.4%
    33. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Clinically Relevant Changes in Extrapyramidal Symptoms Assessed by the Extrapyramidal Symptom Rating Scale-Abbreviated (ESRS-A) Score
    Description The ESRS-A is an abbreviated manualized version of the ESRS, a semi-structured interview that rates parkinsonian symptoms, dystonia, dyskinesias, and akathisia over the previous 7 days. The ratings include a motor examination for rigidity, tremor, reduced facial expression or speech, impaired gait/posture, postural instability, and bradykinesia/hypokinesia. Twenty-four individual items are rated on a 6-point scale: 0=Absent, 1=Minimal, 2=Mild, 3=Moderate, 4=Severe, or 5=Extreme. Frequency is included as an index of severity.
    Time Frame Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. End Point (DB) is the last post baseline observation during the double blind phase.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    Number [percentage of participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    34. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participants With Suicidality Assessed Using Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) Score
    Description C-SSRS is a clinician-rated instrument that reports severity and frequency of suicide-related ideation and behaviors. Suicidal ideation was classified on a 5-item scale: 1 (wish to be dead), 2 (non-specific active suicidal thoughts), 3 (active suicidal ideation with any methods [not plan] without intent to act), 4 (active suicidal ideation with some intent to act, without specific plan), and 5 (active suicidal ideation with specific plan and intent). Suicidal behavior is classified on a 5-item scale: 6 (preparatory acts or behavior), 7 (aborted attempt), 8 (interrupted attempt), 9 (actual attempt [non-fatal]), and 10 (completed suicide [only applicable for post baseline]). Minimum total score 0, maximum total score 10; higher total scores indicate more suicidal ideation and/or suicidal behavior. If no events qualify for score of 1 to 10, score of 0 was assigned (0= "no event that can be assessed on the basis of C-SSRS"). Higher scores indicate greater severity.
    Time Frame Up to Endpoint (Up to 24 weeks)

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. End Point (DB) is the last post baseline observation during the double blind phase.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 52 52
    0=No Event
    100
    192.3%
    100
    192.3%
    1=Wish to be Dead
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    2 = Non-Specific Active Suicidal Thoughts
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    3 = Suicidal Ideation Without Plan and Intent
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    4 = Suicidal Ideation Intent to Act Without Plan
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    5 = Suicidal Ideation With Plan and Intent
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    6 = Preparatory Acts or Behavior
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    7 = Aborted Attempt
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    8 = Interrupted Attempt
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    9 = Actual Attempt
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    10 = Completed Suicide
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    35. Secondary Outcome
    Title Percentage of Participant With Potential Withdrawal Effects Assessed by the Physician Withdrawal Checklist (PWC)
    Description Intensity of discontinuation symptoms was assessed (anxiety-nervousness, dysphoric mood/depression, Depersonalization-Derealization, , Diaphoresis, Diarrhea, Difficulty Concentrating, Remember, Dizziness-Lightheadedness, Fatigue-Lethargy-Lack of Energy, Headaches, Increased Acuity Sound Smell Touch, Irritability, Loss of Appetite, Muscle Aches or Stiffness, Nausea-Vomiting, Paresthesias, Poor Coordination, Restlessness-Agitation, Tremor-Tremulousness, Weakness), using the Physician Withdrawal Checklist (PWC-20) administered by a trained clinician/rater. Symptoms are rated on a scale of 0 (no symptom present), 1 (mild), 2 (moderate), and 3 (severe). Total scores range from 0 (no symptom) to 24 (severe symptom) calculated by adding the scores of following 8 items: Nausea-Vomiting, Diarrhea, Poor Coordination, Diaphoresis, Tremor-Tremulousness, Dizziness-Lightheadedness, Increased Acuity Sound Smell Touch, Paresthesias. Higher scores indicates more severe symptoms.
    Time Frame Up to 26 weeks

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective IP. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints. End Point (DB) is the last post baseline observation during the double blind phase.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 30 28
    Anxiety-Nervousness present (Endpoint [DB])
    75.0
    144.2%
    33.3
    64%
    Anxiety-Nervousness present (Follow-up)
    33.3
    64%
    53.6
    103.1%
    Depersonalization-Derealization present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Depersonalization-Derealization present (Follow-up)
    6.7
    12.9%
    0
    0%
    Diaphoresis present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Diaphoresis present (Follow-up)
    6.7
    12.9%
    10.7
    20.6%
    Diarrhea present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Diarrhea present (Follow-up)
    0
    0%
    14.3
    27.5%
    Difficulty Concentrating, Remembering present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Difficulty Concentrating, Remembering present (Follow-up)
    26.7
    51.3%
    39.3
    75.6%
    Dizziness-Lightheadedness present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    33.3
    64%
    Dizziness-Lightheadedness present (Follow-up)
    23.3
    44.8%
    85.7
    164.8%
    Dysphoric Mood-Depression present (Endpoint [DB])
    50.0
    96.2%
    66.7
    128.3%
    Dysphoric Mood-Depression present (Follow-up)
    40.0
    76.9%
    60.7
    116.7%
    Fatigue-Lethargy-Lack of Energy present (Endpoint[DB])
    50.0
    96.2%
    66.7
    128.3%
    Fatigue-Lethargy-Lack of Energy present (Follow-up)
    33.3
    64%
    39.3
    75.6%
    Headaches present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    33.3
    64%
    Headaches present (Follow-up)
    16.7
    32.1%
    32.1
    61.7%
    Increased Acuity for Sound, Smell, Touch, or Pain present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Increased Acuity for Sound, Smell, Touch, or Pain present (Follow-up)
    6.7
    12.9%
    7.1
    13.7%
    Insomnia present (Endpoint [DB])
    75.0
    144.2%
    66.7
    128.3%
    Insomnia present (Follow-up)
    33.3
    64%
    46.4
    89.2%
    Irritability present (Endpoint [DB])
    75.0
    144.2%
    66.7
    128.3%
    Irritability present (Follow-up)
    23.3
    44.8%
    25.0
    48.1%
    Loss of Appetite present (Endpoint [DB])
    25.0
    48.1%
    66.7
    128.3%
    Loss of Appetite present (Follow-up)
    10.0
    19.2%
    21.4
    41.2%
    Muscle Aches or Stiffness present (Endpoint [DB])
    50.0
    96.2%
    33.3
    64%
    Muscle Aches or Stiffness present (Follow-up)
    16.7
    32.1%
    14.3
    27.5%
    Nausea-Vomiting present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Nausea-Vomiting present (Follow-up)
    3.3
    6.3%
    17.9
    34.4%
    Paresthesias present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Paresthesias present (Follow-up)
    3.3
    6.3%
    3.6
    6.9%
    Poor Coordination present (Endpoint [DB])
    25.0
    48.1%
    33.3
    64%
    Poor Coordination present (Follow-up)
    10.0
    19.2%
    85.7
    164.8%
    Restlessness-Agitation present (Endpoint [DB])
    25.0
    48.1%
    33.3
    64%
    Restlessness-Agitation present (Follow-up)
    26.7
    51.3%
    10.7
    20.6%
    Tremor-Tremulousness present (Endpoint [DB])
    0
    0%
    33.3
    64%
    Tremor-Tremulousness present (Follow-up)
    3.3
    6.3%
    14.3
    27.5%
    Weakness present (Endpoint [DB])
    25.0
    48.1%
    33.3
    64%
    Weakness present (Follow-up)
    3.3
    6.3%
    14.3
    27.5%
    36. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score Over Time
    Description MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of the IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 48 45
    Week 2
    -6.7
    (9.00)
    -6.4
    (8.00)
    Week 4
    -8.7
    (9.71)
    -10.8
    (9.60)
    Week 6
    -9.9
    (9.98)
    -11.4
    (9.40)
    Week 12
    -12.3
    (11.41)
    -15.6
    (9.80)
    Week 18
    -11.7
    (15.48)
    -14.1
    (11.41)
    Week 24
    -13.8
    (14.13)
    -15.4
    (10.57)
    37. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS Total Score Over Time, by Mode Dose
    Description MADRS is a clinician-administered scale designed to measure depression severity and detects changes due to antidepressant treatment. The MADRS evaluates the following 10 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, reduced sleep, reduced appetite, concentration difficulties, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts, and suicidal thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (item not present or normal) to 6 (severe or continuous presence of the symptoms), for a total possible score range of 0-60 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 10 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition. Negative change in score indicates improvement.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24, and 26

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant 20 mg Seltorexant 40 mg Quetiapine XR 150 mg Quetiapine XR 300 mg
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received flexibly dosed seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablets orally once daily from Day 1 to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received flexibly dosed seltorexant 40 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 1 to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received flexibly dosed quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received flexibly dosed quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 300 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 21 28 23 25
    Week 2
    -7.3
    (7.28)
    -2.4
    (5.66)
    -4.5
    (5.80)
    -3.6
    (5.49)
    Week 4
    -7.7
    (8.05)
    -4.4
    (6.25)
    -6.9
    (6.99)
    -6.9
    (6.79)
    Week 6
    -9.1
    (9.26)
    -5.2
    (6.26)
    -7.3
    (5.67)
    -7.6
    (7.82)
    Week 12
    -11.8
    (9.34)
    -5.3
    (6.69)
    -12.5
    (6.87)
    -9.3
    (7.99)
    Week 18
    -12.8
    (9.98)
    -3.8
    (9.64)
    -6.0
    (8.26)
    -10.5
    (8.61)
    Week 24
    -14.9
    (7.93)
    -5.2
    (8.38)
    -11.9
    (6.06)
    -9.7
    (9.53)
    Week 26
    -16.3
    (7.52)
    -9.3
    (8.98)
    -8.3
    (7.10)
    -8.6
    (8.45)
    38. Secondary Outcome
    Title Change From Baseline in MADRS-6 Score Over Time
    Description MADRS-6 is the depression subscale of the full MADRS, including the following 6 items: apparent sadness, reported sadness, inner tension, lassitude, inability to feel, pessimistic thoughts. Each item is scored from 0 (absence of symptom) to 6 (severe symptom); the overall score ranges from 0 to 36 which is calculated by adding the scores of all 6 items. Higher scores represent a more severe condition.
    Time Frame Baseline, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 12, 18, 24, and 26

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    Full analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug except 2 participants who received potentially defective IPs and were subsequently discontinued early because of IP issues. Here, 'N' (numbers of participants analyzed) signifies numbers of participants evaluable for this outcome measure; 'n' (number analyzed) signifies those participants who were evaluable at specified timepoints.
    Arm/Group Title Seltorexant Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either seltorexant 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    Measure Participants 51 51
    Week 2
    -4.4
    (6.76)
    -4.1
    (5.60)
    Week 4
    -5.8
    (7.18)
    -6.9
    (6.79)
    Week 6
    -6.7
    (7.69)
    -7.5
    (6.95)
    Week 12
    -7.5
    (8.18)
    -10.4
    (7.68)
    Week 18
    -7.2
    (10.60)
    -9.2
    (8.62)
    Week 24
    -9.1
    (9.40)
    -10.3
    (8.59)
    Week 26
    -9.1
    (8.97)
    -8.4
    (7.83)

    Adverse Events

    Time Frame Up to 26 weeks for serious and other (non-serious) adverse events and up to 30 weeks for all-cause mortality
    Adverse Event Reporting Description The safety analysis set included all randomized participants who received at least 1 dose of study drug including the 2 participants who received the potentially defective investigational product (IP).
    Arm/Group Title Double-blind: Seltorexant Double-blind: Quetiapine XR Follow-up: Seltorexant Follow-up: Quetiapine XR
    Arm/Group Description Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received seltorexant 20 milligrams (mg) tablet orally once daily as the starting dose on Day 1. From Day 14, participants received either 20 mg or 40 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26). Participants in the double-blind treatment phase received quetiapine XR 50 mg once daily for the first two days and then 150 mg tablets orally once daily from Day 3 to Day 14. From Day 14, participants received either quetiapine XR 150 mg or 300 mg up to Day 168 (Week 24) while continuing their current selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) or serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) antidepressant on which they had an inadequate response at the time of screening. Participants had a follow-up visit within 7 to 14 days after double-blind treatment phase. During the follow-up phase, participants were followed-up for the safety assessments on Day 182 (Week 26).
    All Cause Mortality
    Double-blind: Seltorexant Double-blind: Quetiapine XR Follow-up: Seltorexant Follow-up: Quetiapine XR
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Serious Adverse Events
    Double-blind: Seltorexant Double-blind: Quetiapine XR Follow-up: Seltorexant Follow-up: Quetiapine XR
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 1/52 (1.9%) 2/52 (3.8%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Cardiac disorders
    Atrial Flutter 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
    Spinal Column Stenosis 0/52 (0%) 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Psychiatric disorders
    Suicide Attempt 0/52 (0%) 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
    Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events
    Double-blind: Seltorexant Double-blind: Quetiapine XR Follow-up: Seltorexant Follow-up: Quetiapine XR
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 21/52 (40.4%) 32/52 (61.5%) 1/52 (1.9%) 2/52 (3.8%)
    Gastrointestinal disorders
    Diarrhoea 0/52 (0%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 1/52 (1.9%)
    Dry Mouth 3/52 (5.8%) 13/52 (25%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Nausea 0/52 (0%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Vomiting 0/52 (0%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 1/52 (1.9%)
    General disorders
    Fatigue 2/52 (3.8%) 4/52 (7.7%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Infections and infestations
    Bronchitis 1/52 (1.9%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Investigations
    Weight Increased 4/52 (7.7%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 1/52 (1.9%)
    Nervous system disorders
    Headache 3/52 (5.8%) 1/52 (1.9%) 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%)
    Hypersomnia 0/52 (0%) 3/52 (5.8%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Somnolence 6/52 (11.5%) 11/52 (21.2%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Psychiatric disorders
    Abnormal Dreams 7/52 (13.5%) 1/52 (1.9%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)
    Anxiety 3/52 (5.8%) 2/52 (3.8%) 0/52 (0%) 0/52 (0%)

    Limitations/Caveats

    As this was a flexibly dosed study, participants were not randomized into dose groups. History of intolerance or nonresponse to previous trials of quetiapine was an exclusion criterion, potentially biasing the sample. A discontinuation analysis by dose was confounded by the fact that participants were on the low dose for at least the first 14 days. As a result, a participant's dose could not reach a high mode dose until approximately 29 days from the start of treatment.

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    Principal Investigators are NOT employed by the organization sponsoring the study.

    If an investigator wishes to publish information from the study, a copy of the manuscript must be provided to the sponsor for review at least 60 days before submission for publication or presentation. If requested by the sponsor in writing, the investigator will withhold such publication for up to an additional 60 days.

    Results Point of Contact

    Name/Title Senior Director
    Organization Janssen Research & Development, LLC
    Phone 844-434-4210
    Email ClinicalTrialDisclosure@its.jnj.com
    Responsible Party:
    Janssen Research & Development, LLC
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT03321526
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • CR108394
    • 42847922MDD2002
    First Posted:
    Oct 25, 2017
    Last Update Posted:
    Aug 16, 2022
    Last Verified:
    Jul 1, 2022