Effect of Vortioxetine, Paroxetine, and Placebo on Sexual Functioning in Healthy Volunteers

Sponsor
Takeda (Industry)
Overall Status
Completed
CT.gov ID
NCT02932904
Collaborator
(none)
361
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of vortioxetine (10 and 20 mg, once daily) versus paroxetine (20 mg, once daily) on sexual functioning in healthy participants after 5 weeks of double-blind treatment.

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
Phase 4

Detailed Description

The drug being tested in this study is called vortioxetine. This study will look at the effect of treatment on sexual functioning in healthy participants.

The study will enroll approximately 352 participants. Participants will be randomly assigned (by chance, like flipping a coin) to one of the four treatment groups-which will remain undisclosed to the patient and study doctor during the study (unless there is an urgent medical need):

  • Vortioxetine 10 mg

  • Vortioxetine 20 mg

  • Paroxetine 20 mg

  • Placebo (dummy inactive pill) - this is a capsule that looks like the study drug but has no active ingredient

All participants will be asked to take one tablet/capsule, daily, orally for up to 5 weeks.

This multicenter trial will be conducted in United States. The overall time to participate in this study is approximately 7 weeks. Participants will be contacted by telephone 2 weeks after last dose of study drug for a follow-up assessment.

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
361 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Masking:
Quadruple (Participant, Care Provider, Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
Primary Purpose:
Treatment
Official Title:
A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel Group, Placebo- and Active-Controlled, Phase 4 Study Evaluating the Effect of Vortioxetine 10 and 20 mg/Day vs Paroxetine 20 mg/Day on Sexual Functioning in Healthy Subjects
Actual Study Start Date :
Nov 21, 2016
Actual Primary Completion Date :
May 31, 2017
Actual Study Completion Date :
Jun 9, 2017

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Experimental: Vortioxetine 10 mg

Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks.

Drug: Vortioxetine
Vortioxetine Overencapsulated Tablet

Experimental: Vortioxetine 20 mg

Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.

Drug: Vortioxetine
Vortioxetine Overencapsulated Tablet

Active Comparator: Paroxetine 20 mg

Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks.

Drug: Paroxetine
Paroxetine Overencapsulated Tablets.

Placebo Comparator: Placebo

Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks.

Drug: Placebo
Vortioxetine Placebo-matching Capsules.

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcome Measures

  1. Change From Baseline in the Changes in Sexual Functioning Questionnaire (CSFQ-14) Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Full Analysis Set (FAS) [Baseline and Week 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  2. Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Modified Full Analysis Set 1 (mFAS1) [Baseline and Week 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  3. Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Modified Full Analysis Set 2 (mFAS2) [Baseline and Week 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

Secondary Outcome Measures

  1. Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4 [Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  2. Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Paroxetine Versus Placebo at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  3. Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Placebo at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  4. Percentage of Participants Meeting Criteria for Sexual Dysfunction at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5]

    Sexual dysfunction is defined as CSFQ-14 score ≤47 for men and ≤41 for women.

  5. Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Subscales 5 Dimensions at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning on the subscales of pleasure (1 item, score range 1-5), desire/frequency (2 items, score range 2-10), desire/interest (3 items, score range 3-15), arousal (3 items, score range 3-15), and orgasm (3 items, score range 3-15), rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

  6. Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 3 Phases of the Sexual Response Cycle (Desire, Arousal, and Orgasm/Completion) at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 [Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5]

    The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning on the 3 phases of the sexual response cycle , desire (5 items, score range 5-25), arousal (3 items, score range 3-15), and orgasm (3 items, score range 3-15), rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study:
18 Years to 40 Years
Sexes Eligible for Study:
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
Yes
Inclusion Criteria:
  1. Is sexually active and has been in a steady relationship and plans to remain in that relationship for the duration of the study.

  2. Has a body mass index (BMI) of 18 to 35 kg/m^2, inclusive, at the Screening and Baseline Visits.

  3. If female, has a regular menstrual cycle.

  4. Has normal sexual functioning, as defined by a Changes in Sexual Functioning Questionnaire (CSFQ-14) total score >47 (men) or >41 (women) at the Screening and Baseline Visits.

  5. If females, taking allowed hormonal contraceptives is on a stable dose for ≥3 months prior to the Baseline Visit and continues on the stable dose for the duration of the study.

Exclusion Criteria:
  1. Has received vortioxetine and/or paroxetine in a previous clinical study or as a therapeutic agent.

  2. Is positive for hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg), anti-hepatitis C virus (HCV) antibodies, or human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) at the Screening Visit or has any known sexually transmitted diseases.

  3. Has glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) ≥7% at the Screening Visit.

  4. Has a clinically significant abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG) at the Screening Visit.

  5. Has a known history of or currently has increased intraocular pressure or is at risk of acute narrow-angle glaucoma.

  6. Has a history of depression or any other psychiatric illness.

  7. Has a significant risk of suicide according to the investigator's clinical judgment, or has made a suicide attempt in the previous 6 months.

  8. Has current sexual dysfunction, or a history of a diagnosis or treatment of sexual dysfunction.

  9. Has had a surgical or medical procedure on reproductive/genitourinary organs (excluding uncomplicated vasectomy and tubal ligation).

  10. If female, has polycystic ovarian syndrome.

  11. Has hypogonadism or has a free testosterone value outside the normal range at the Screening Visit that is indicative of hypogonadism.

  12. Has a thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) value outside the normal range at the Screening Visit that is deemed clinically significant by the investigator.

Contacts and Locations

Locations

Site City State Country Postal Code
1 Encino California United States
2 Long Beach California United States
3 Torrance California United States
4 Jacksonville Florida United States
5 Orlando Florida United States
6 Atlanta Georgia United States
7 Decatur Georgia United States
8 Saint Louis Missouri United States
9 Las Vegas Nevada United States
10 Portland Oregon United States
11 Austin Texas United States
12 Dallas Texas United States
13 San Antonio Texas United States
14 Charlottesville Virginia United States
15 Seattle Washington United States

Sponsors and Collaborators

  • Takeda

Investigators

  • Study Director: Medical Director Clinical Science, Takeda

Study Documents (Full-Text)

More Information

Publications

None provided.
Responsible Party:
Takeda
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT02932904
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • Vortioxetine-4001
  • U1111-1174-1779
First Posted:
Oct 13, 2016
Last Update Posted:
Sep 14, 2018
Last Verified:
Aug 1, 2018
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Drug Product:
Yes
Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated Device Product:
No
Keywords provided by Takeda
Additional relevant MeSH terms:

Study Results

Participant Flow

Recruitment Details Participants took part in the study at 16 investigative sites in the United States from 21 November 2016 to 09 June 2017.
Pre-assignment Detail Healthy volunteers were randomized in a 1:1:1:1 ratio to one of 4 treatment arms: vortioxetine 10 mg, vortioxetine 20 mg, paroxetine or placebo.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Period Title: Overall Study
STARTED 92 85 91 93
Treated 91 84 91 91
COMPLETED 76 67 68 79
NOT COMPLETED 16 18 23 14

Baseline Characteristics

Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg Total
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks. Total of all reporting groups
Overall Participants 92 85 91 93 361
Age (years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [years]
27.8
(5.45)
28.9
(5.96)
28.1
(5.56)
28.8
(5.91)
28.4
(5.72)
Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants)
Female
46
50%
42
49.4%
44
48.4%
44
47.3%
176
48.8%
Male
46
50%
43
50.6%
47
51.6%
49
52.7%
185
51.2%
Race/Ethnicity, Customized (Count of Participants)
Hispanic or Latino
21
22.8%
20
23.5%
25
27.5%
18
19.4%
84
23.3%
Non-Hispanic and Latino
71
77.2%
65
76.5%
66
72.5%
75
80.6%
277
76.7%
Race/Ethnicity, Customized (Count of Participants)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0
0%
0
0%
3
3.3%
0
0%
3
0.8%
Asian
7
7.6%
3
3.5%
2
2.2%
3
3.2%
15
4.2%
Black or African American
30
32.6%
29
34.1%
31
34.1%
34
36.6%
124
34.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0
0%
1
1.2%
0
0%
0
0%
1
0.3%
White
51
55.4%
49
57.6%
52
57.1%
55
59.1%
207
57.3%
Multiracial
4
4.3%
3
3.5%
3
3.3%
1
1.1%
11
3%
Region of Enrollment (Count of Participants)
United States
92
100%
85
100%
91
100%
93
100%
361
100%
Median Age Categories (Count of Participants)
≤ 28 Years
51
55.4%
43
50.6%
52
57.1%
47
50.5%
193
53.5%
> 28 Years
41
44.6%
42
49.4%
39
42.9%
46
49.5%
168
46.5%
Race Categories (Count of Participants)
White
51
55.4%
49
57.6%
52
57.1%
55
59.1%
207
57.3%
Non-white
41
44.6%
36
42.4%
39
42.9%
38
40.9%
154
42.7%
Height (cm) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [cm]
172.0
(10.75)
172.1
(10.59)
171.3
(9.14)
170.8
(10.04)
171.5
(10.12)
Weight (kg) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [kg]
76.49
(15.523)
80.19
(16.808)
78.67
(14.850)
75.12
(13.282)
77.56
(15.192)
Body Mass Index (BMI) (kg/m^2) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [kg/m^2]
25.72
(3.925)
26.91
(4.245)
26.77
(4.306)
25.70
(3.668)
26.26
(4.062)
Smoking Classification (Count of Participants)
Participant has never smoked
73
79.3%
70
82.4%
70
76.9%
77
82.8%
290
80.3%
Participant is a current smoker
7
7.6%
2
2.4%
4
4.4%
7
7.5%
20
5.5%
Participant is an ex-smoker
12
13%
13
15.3%
17
18.7%
9
9.7%
51
14.1%
Female Reproductive Status (Count of Participants)
Surgically sterile
3
3.3%
4
4.7%
2
2.2%
3
3.2%
12
3.3%
Female of childbearing potential
43
46.7%
38
44.7%
42
46.2%
41
44.1%
164
45.4%
NA/Participant is male
46
50%
43
50.6%
47
51.6%
49
52.7%
185
51.2%
Duration of Menstruation (days) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [days]
4.9
(1.36)
4.4
(1.27)
4.2
(1.27)
4.6
(1.37)
4.5
(1.33)
Duration of Menstrual Cycle (days) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
Mean (Standard Deviation) [days]
28.9
(5.35)
28.3
(2.56)
28.2
(7.07)
28.0
(6.94)
28.4
(5.75)

Outcome Measures

1. Primary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in the Changes in Sexual Functioning Questionnaire (CSFQ-14) Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Full Analysis Set (FAS)
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Week 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint.
Arm/Group Title Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 83 85 91
Baseline
59.27
(0.584)
58.56
(0.578)
59.43
(0.560)
Change from Baseline at Week 5
-3.56
(0.758)
-0.82
(0.752)
-2.51
(0.727)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments ANCOVA with last observation carried forward (LOCF) model was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.009
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Least square (LS) Mean Difference
Estimated Value 2.74
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.69 to 4.78
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.040
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.303
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.05
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-0.95 to 3.05
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.017
Estimation Comments
2. Secondary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3 and 4

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure in the FAS.
Arm/Group Title Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 83 85 91
Week 1
-1.67
(0.457)
-0.54
(0.453)
-0.38
(0.436)
Week 2
-2.40
(0.617)
-1.18
(0.612)
-1.55
(0.592)
Week 3
-2.77
(0.661)
-0.77
(0.655)
-2.36
(0.633)
Week 4
-3.11
(0.688)
-1.20
(0.683)
-2.43
(0.659)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 1, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.072
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.13
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-0.10 to 2.37
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.627
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.035
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.29
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.09 to 2.50
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.612
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 3
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 2, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.149
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.22
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-0.44 to 2.89
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.846
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 4
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.303
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 0.85
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-0.78 to 2.48
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.828
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 5
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 3, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.028
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 2.00
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.22 to 3.78
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.906
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 6
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.645
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 0.41
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.33 to 2.15
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.886
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 7
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 4, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.043
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.91
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.06 to 3.77
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.943
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 8
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.465
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 0.68
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.14 to 2.49
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.923
Estimation Comments
3. Secondary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Paroxetine Versus Placebo at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure in the FAS.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks.
Measure Participants 89 83
Week 1
-0.05
(0.440)
-1.67
(0.457)
Week 2
-1.11
(0.598)
-2.40
(0.617)
Week 3
-0.91
(0.639)
-2.77
(0.661)
Week 4
-0.62
(0.666)
-3.11
(0.688)
Week 5
-0.79
(0.734)
-3.56
(0.758)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 1, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.009
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.63
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-2.84 to -0.41
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.616
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 2, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.123
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.29
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-2.93 to 0.35
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.834
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 3
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 3, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.039
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.85
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-3.61 to -0.10
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.892
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 4
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 4, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.008
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -2.49
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-4.32 to -0.66
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.929
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 5
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 5, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.007
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -2.77
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-4.78 to -0.75
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.024
Estimation Comments
4. Secondary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Placebo at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure in the FAS.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 89 85 91
Week 1
-0.05
(0.440)
-0.54
(0.453)
-0.38
(0.436)
Week 2
-1.11
(0.598)
-1.18
(0.612)
-1.55
(0.592)
Week 3
-0.91
(0.639)
-0.77
(0.655)
-2.36
(0.633)
Week 4
-0.62
(0.666)
-1.20
(0.683)
-2.43
(0.659)
Week 5
-0.79
(0.734)
-0.82
(0.752)
-2.51
(0.727)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 1, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.419
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.50
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.70 to 0.71
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.612
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.581
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.33
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.51 to 0.85
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.600
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 3
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 2, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.938
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.06
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.69 to 1.56
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.828
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 4
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.592
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.44
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-2.04 to 1.17
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.814
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 5
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 3, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.870
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 0.15
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-1.60 to 1.89
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.886
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 6
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.098
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.44
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-3.16 to 0.27
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.871
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 7
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 4, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.532
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.58
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-2.39 to 1.24
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.923
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 8
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.046
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.82
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-3.60 to -0.03
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 0.907
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 9
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 5, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.977
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -0.03
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-2.03 to 1.97
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.018
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 10
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 5, ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.087
Comments
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value -1.72
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-3.68 to 0.25
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.000
Estimation Comments
5. Secondary Outcome
Title Percentage of Participants Meeting Criteria for Sexual Dysfunction at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Description Sexual dysfunction is defined as CSFQ-14 score ≤47 for men and ≤41 for women.
Time Frame Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Missing values were imputed by using LOCF. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 89 83 85 91
Week 1
2.2
2.4%
2.4
2.8%
1.2
1.3%
1.1
1.2%
Week 2
7.9
8.6%
8.4
9.9%
3.5
3.8%
2.2
2.4%
Week 3
4.5
4.9%
8.4
9.9%
3.5
3.8%
6.6
7.1%
Week 4
4.5
4.9%
9.6
11.3%
4.7
5.2%
7.7
8.3%
Week 5
3.4
3.7%
9.6
11.3%
5.9
6.5%
9.9
10.6%
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.515
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.44
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.037 to 5.201
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.677
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.59
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.049 to 7.051
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 3
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 1
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.720
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 1.47
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.181 to 11.912
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 4
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.732
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.65
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.053 to 7.861
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 5
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 1
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.913
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.87
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.066 to 11.303
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 6
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.164
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.37
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.090 to 1.507
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 7
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.098
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.25
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.050 to 1.287
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 8
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 2
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.758
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 1.20
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.383 to 3.731
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 9
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.256
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.44
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.107 to 1.814
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 10
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 2
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.154
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.30
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.059 to 1.561
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 11
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.160
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.36
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.087 to 1.497
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 12
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.744
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.82
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.252 to 2.679
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 13
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 3
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.194
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 2.43
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.636 to 9.317
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 14
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.871
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.88
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.181 to 4.261
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 15
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 3
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.329
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 2.00
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.497 to 8.037
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 16
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.187
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.42
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.119 to 1.514
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 17
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.729
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.82
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.273 to 2.476
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 18
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 4
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.133
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 2.71
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.739 to 9.917
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 19
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.852
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 1.15
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.266 to 4.961
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 20
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 4
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.240
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 2.23
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.585 to 8.472
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 21
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 5
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.317
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 0.55
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.166 to 1.789
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 22
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Vortioxetine 10 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 5
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using the rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as the response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.790
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 1.15
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.410 to 3.233
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 23
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments Week 5
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.073
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 3.64
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.888 to 14.911
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 24
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 5
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.371
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 1.98
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.442 to 8.902
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 25
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments Week 5
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments Odds ratio, 95% confidence intervals and p-values are from logistic regression model using rate of subjects that shifted from normal at baseline to abnormal after baseline as response and explanatory variables for treatment, baseline CSFQ-14 total score, and gender.
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.046
Comments
Method Regression, Logistic
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter Odds Ratio (OR)
Estimated Value 4.19
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
1.027 to 17.063
Parameter Dispersion Type:
Value:
Estimation Comments
6. Secondary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 Subscales 5 Dimensions at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning on the subscales of pleasure (1 item, score range 1-5), desire/frequency (2 items, score range 2-10), desire/interest (3 items, score range 3-15), arousal (3 items, score range 3-15), and orgasm (3 items, score range 3-15), rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Missing values were imputed by using LOCF. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 89 83 85 91
Pleasure Score: Week 1
-0.07
(0.064)
-0.36
(0.066)
-0.13
(0.065)
-0.15
(0.063)
Pleasure Score: Week 2
-0.26
(0.079)
-0.38
(0.082)
-0.25
(0.081)
-0.26
(0.078)
Pleasure Score: Week 3
-0.23
(0.085)
-0.44
(0.088)
-0.18
(0.087)
-0.42
(0.084)
Pleasure Score: Week 4
-0.18
(0.085)
-0.38
(0.088)
-0.31
(0.087)
-0.37
(0.084)
Pleasure Score: Week 5
-0.21
(0.086)
-0.47
(0.089)
-0.16
(0.088)
-0.33
(0.085)
Desire/Frequency Score: Week 1
-0.03
(0.097)
-0.35
(0.100)
-0.07
(0.099)
-0.23
(0.096)
Desire/Frequency Score: Week 2
-0.30
(0.118)
-0.46
(0.122)
-0.25
(0.120)
-0.46
(0.116)
Desire/Frequency Score: Week 3
-0.33
(0.128)
-0.62
(0.132)
-0.23
(0.131)
-0.50
(0.127)
Desire/Frequency Score: Week 4
-0.25
(0.126)
-0.55
(0.130)
-0.20
(0.129)
-0.43
(0.125)
Desire/Frequency Score: Week 5
-0.28
(0.141)
-0.66
(0.145)
-0.15
(0.144)
-0.49
(0.139)
Desire/Interest Score: Week 1
0.12
(0.162)
-0.15
(0.169)
-0.16
(0.167)
0.09
(0.161)
Desire/Interest Score: Week 2
-0.09
(0.181)
-0.38
(0.186)
-0.11
(0.185)
-0.22
(0.179)
Desire/Interest Score: Week 3
-0.16
(0.193)
-0.47
(0.200)
-0.01
(0.198)
-0.28
(0.191)
Desire/Interest Score: Week 4
-0.11
(0.200)
-0.52
(0.206)
-0.18
(0.204)
-0.35
(0.198)
Desire/Interest Score: Week 5
-0.14
(0.215)
-0.73
(0.223)
-0.05
(0.221)
-0.33
(0.213)
Arousal/Excitement/Erection Score: Week 1
-0.01
(0.136)
-0.30
(0.141)
-0.05
(0.140)
-0.03
(0.135)
Arousal/Excitement/Erection Score: Week 2
-0.34
(0.175)
-0.47
(0.181)
-0.35
(0.179)
-0.30
(0.174)
Arousal/Excitement/Erection Score: Week 3
-0.22
(0.182)
-0.43
(0.188)
-0.08
(0.186)
-0.51
(0.180)
Arousal/Excitement/Erection Score: Week 4
-0.11
(0.181)
-0.54
(0.187)
-0.10
(0.185)
-0.54
(0.179)
Arousal/Excitement/Erection Score: Week 5
-0.19
(0.195)
-0.67
(0.202)
-0.03
(0.200)
-0.54
(0.193)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 1
-0.12
(0.130)
-0.48
(0.135)
-0.22
(0.134)
-0.15
(0.129)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 2
-0.21
(0.158)
-0.61
(0.164)
-0.26
(0.162)
-0.37
(0.157)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 3
-0.20
(0.176)
-0.75
(0.183)
-0.33
(0.180)
-0.67
(0.175)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 4
-0.14
(0.194)
-1.04
(0.201)
-0.45
(0.199)
-0.72
(0.192)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 5
-0.12
(0.206)
-1.09
(0.214)
-0.42
(0.211)
-0.79
(0.204)
7. Secondary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in CSFQ-14 3 Phases of the Sexual Response Cycle (Desire, Arousal, and Orgasm/Completion) at Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning on the 3 phases of the sexual response cycle , desire (5 items, score range 5-25), arousal (3 items, score range 3-15), and orgasm (3 items, score range 3-15), rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Weeks 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
FAS included all participants who were randomized, received at least 1 dose of study drug, and had at least 1 valid postbaseline value for assessment of primary endpoint. Missing values were imputed by using LOCF. Here, number analyzed are the participants who were evaluated for this outcome measure.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 89 83 85 91
Desire Score: Week 1
0.09
(0.225)
-0.50
(0.234)
-0.23
(0.232)
-0.14
(0.223)
Desire Score: Week 2
-0.40
(0.260)
-0.83
(0.269)
-0.34
(0.266)
-0.68
(0.258)
Desire Score: Week 3
-0.50
(0.286)
-1.09
(0.296)
-0.22
(0.293)
-0.77
(0.284)
Desire Score: Week 4
-0.36
(0.297)
-1.07
(0.307)
-0.37
(0.304)
-0.77
(0.294)
Desire Score: Week 5
-0.42
(0.325)
-1.38
(0.336)
-0.19
(0.333)
-0.82
(0.322)
Arousal Score: Week 1
-0.01
(0.136)
-0.30
(0.141)
-0.05
(0.140)
-0.03
(0.135)
Arousal Score: Week 2
-0.34
(0.175)
-0.47
(0.181)
-0.35
(0.179)
-0.30
(0.174)
Arousal Score: Week 3
-0.22
(0.182)
-0.43
(0.188)
-0.08
(0.186)
-0.51
(0.180)
Arousal Score: Week 4
-0.11
(0.181)
-0.54
(0.187)
-0.10
(0.185)
-0.54
(0.179)
Arousal Score: Week 5
-0.19
(0.195)
-0.67
(0.202)
-0.03
(0.200)
-0.54
(0.193)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 1
-0.12
(0.130)
-0.48
(0.135)
-0.22
(0.134)
-0.15
(0.129)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 2
-0.21
(0.158)
-0.61
(0.164)
-0.26
(0.162)
-0.37
(0.157)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 3
-0.20
(0.176)
-0.75
(0.183)
-0.33
(0.180)
-0.67
(0.175)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 4
-0.14
(0.194)
-1.04
(0.201)
-0.45
(0.199)
-0.72
(0.192)
Orgasm/Completion/Ejaculation Score: Week 5
-0.12
(0.206)
-1.09
(0.214)
-0.42
(0.211)
-0.79
(0.204)
8. Primary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Modified Full Analysis Set 1 (mFAS1)
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Week 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
mFAS1 included all participants in the FAS except those who had active drug concentrations below the limit of quantification (BLOQ) at all study visits where pharmacokinetic (PK) samples were collected.
Arm/Group Title Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 74 82 84
Baseline
59.13
(0.614)
58.55
(0.582)
59.36
(0.576)
Change from Baseline at Week 5
-4.01
(0.803)
-0.63
(0.763)
-2.38
(0.754)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.002
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 3.38
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
1.25 to 5.51
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.082
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.129
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 1.63
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
-0.47 to 3.73
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.068
Estimation Comments
9. Primary Outcome
Title Change From Baseline in the CSFQ-14 Total Score Difference for Vortioxetine Versus Paroxetine at Week 5 in Modified Full Analysis Set 2 (mFAS2)
Description The CSFQ-14 is a structured, self-reported questionnaire designed to measure illness- and medication-related changes in sexual functioning consisting of 14 items that measure sexual functioning as a total score (14 items) and on the subscales of pleasure (1 item), desire/frequency (2 items), desire/interest (3 items), arousal (3 items), orgasm (3 items) and 2 additional items are included in the total score, but do not map to a specific phase of the sexual response cycle, rated on a 5-point scale from 1 to 5 with a total score range from 14 to 70. Higher scores reflect higher sexual functioning. A negative change from baseline indicates that symptoms have worsened.
Time Frame Baseline and Week 5

Outcome Measure Data

Analysis Population Description
mFAS2 included all participants in the FAS except those who had drug concentrations BLOQ at any study visit where PK samples were collected.
Arm/Group Title Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
Measure Participants 60 79 79
Baseline
58.73
(0.675)
58.53
(0.589)
59.23
(0.591)
Change from Baseline at Week 5
-4.78
(0.828)
-0.47
(0.724)
-1.72
(0.724)
Statistical Analysis 1
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 10 mg
Comments ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value <0.001
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 4.31
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
2.19 to 6.43
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.078
Estimation Comments
Statistical Analysis 2
Statistical Analysis Overview Comparison Group Selection Paroxetine 20 mg, Vortioxetine 20 mg
Comments ANCOVA model with the LOCF method was used for p-value with treatment, pooled center, and gender as fixed factors and with baseline CSFQ-14 total score as a covariate.
Type of Statistical Test Superiority
Comments
Statistical Test of Hypothesis p-Value 0.005
Comments The comparisons were between each vortioxetine dose (10 or 20 mg) and paroxetine, and the Holm-Bonferroni method was used to adjust for multiplicity and control the familywise type I error rate at a significance level of 0.05.
Method ANCOVA with LOCF
Comments
Method of Estimation Estimation Parameter LS Mean Difference
Estimated Value 3.06
Confidence Interval (2-Sided) 95%
0.95 to 5.17
Parameter Dispersion Type: Standard Error of the Mean
Value: 1.072
Estimation Comments

Adverse Events

Time Frame From the first dose of study drug on Day 1 until the Follow-up Contact at Week 7
Adverse Event Reporting Description At each visit the investigator had to document any occurrence of adverse events and abnormal laboratory findings. Any event spontaneously reported by the participant or observed by the investigator was recorded, irrespective of the relation to study treatment.
Arm/Group Title Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Arm/Group Description Vortioxetine placebo matching-capsules, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Paroxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 5 weeks. Vortioxetine 10 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily for up to 1 week followed by vortioxetine 20 mg, overencapsulated tablets, orally, once daily from Week 2, up to 4 weeks.
All Cause Mortality
Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 0/91 (0%) 0/84 (0%) 0/91 (0%) 0/91 (0%)
Serious Adverse Events
Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 0/91 (0%) 0/84 (0%) 0/91 (0%) 0/91 (0%)
Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events
Placebo Paroxetine 20 mg Vortioxetine 10 mg Vortioxetine 20 mg
Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
Total 36/91 (39.6%) 59/84 (70.2%) 52/91 (57.1%) 40/91 (44%)
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea 4/91 (4.4%) 22/84 (26.2%) 26/91 (28.6%) 18/91 (19.8%)
Diarrhoea 3/91 (3.3%) 5/84 (6%) 1/91 (1.1%) 3/91 (3.3%)
General disorders
Fatigue 2/91 (2.2%) 5/84 (6%) 2/91 (2.2%) 3/91 (3.3%)
Infections and infestations
Upper respiratory tract infection 5/91 (5.5%) 3/84 (3.6%) 4/91 (4.4%) 4/91 (4.4%)
Viral upper respiratory tract infection 5/91 (5.5%) 4/84 (4.8%) 1/91 (1.1%) 2/91 (2.2%)
Metabolism and nutrition disorders
Decreased appetite 1/91 (1.1%) 6/84 (7.1%) 4/91 (4.4%) 1/91 (1.1%)
Nervous system disorders
Somnolence 4/91 (4.4%) 10/84 (11.9%) 7/91 (7.7%) 7/91 (7.7%)
Headache 6/91 (6.6%) 6/84 (7.1%) 2/91 (2.2%) 6/91 (6.6%)
Dizziness 1/91 (1.1%) 6/84 (7.1%) 0/91 (0%) 1/91 (1.1%)
Psychiatric disorders
Libido decreased 11/91 (12.1%) 18/84 (21.4%) 14/91 (15.4%) 10/91 (11%)
Orgasm abnormal 2/91 (2.2%) 14/84 (16.7%) 7/91 (7.7%) 3/91 (3.3%)
Anxiety 1/91 (1.1%) 6/84 (7.1%) 1/91 (1.1%) 1/91 (1.1%)
Insomnia 0/91 (0%) 6/84 (7.1%) 1/91 (1.1%) 1/91 (1.1%)
Reproductive system and breast disorders
Ejaculation delayed 0/91 (0%) 5/84 (6%) 2/91 (2.2%) 3/91 (3.3%)

Limitations/Caveats

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Certain Agreements

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

The first study related publication will be a multi-center publication submitted within 24 months after conclusion or termination of a study at all sites. After such multi site publication, all proposed site publications and presentations will be submitted to sponsor for review 60 days in advance of publication. Site will remove Sponsor confidential information unrelated to study results. Sponsor can delay a proposed publication for another 60 days to preserve intellectual property.

Results Point of Contact

Name/Title Medical Director
Organization Takeda
Phone +1-877-825-3327
Email trialdisclosures@takeda.com
Responsible Party:
Takeda
ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
NCT02932904
Other Study ID Numbers:
  • Vortioxetine-4001
  • U1111-1174-1779
First Posted:
Oct 13, 2016
Last Update Posted:
Sep 14, 2018
Last Verified:
Aug 1, 2018