NCT06740890 · New York State Psychiatric Institute
Exercise and Olanzapine-samidorphan
What this study is about
This is a single site trial in 30 patients with schizophrenia, schizoaffective, or bipolar I/II/NOS disorder in which all participants will receive eight weeks of olanzapine and samidorphan (Olz/Sam) plus four weeks of aerobic exercise.
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This is a single site trial in 30 patients with schizophrenia, schizoaffective, or bipolar I/II/NOS disorder in which all participants will receive eight weeks of olanzapine and samidorphan (Olz/Sam) plus four weeks of aerobic exercise.
Interventions
DRUG
Olanzapine-samidorphan + exercise
8 weeks of open label Olanzapine-samidorphan + 4 weeks of aerobic exercise
Primary outcome measures
Weight
Time frame: 4 weeks
Body weight
Who can participate
This study lists these criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov. A study coordinator reviews eligibility during screening — this page does not determine whether you qualify.
Inclusion criteria
- Age between 18-65, inclusive at Visit 1.
- DSM-V diagnosis of schizophrenia or schizoaffective or Bipolar I/II/NOS disorder at Visit 1.
- Body Mass Index (BMI) of 18.0-40.0 kg/m2, inclusive, at Visits 1 and 2.
- Willing to provide informed consent at Visit 1.
- Medically and psychiatrically stable for study participation at Visit 1.
- Responsive to an antipsychotic treatment (other than clozapine) in the past 5 years prior to Visit 1.
- Can benefit from participation in this study and has a reason to participate, such as inadequate efficacy on current treatment, side effects on current treatment, desire to start olanzapine-samidorphan or try structured exercise program (assessed at Visit 1).
- Maintained a stable body weight (change \< 5%) for at least 3 months prior to Visit 1.
- Willing to use qualified methods of contraception (listed in section 5.3) for the study duration (for women of childbearing potential only) (assessed at Visit 1 and Visit 2).
Exclusion criteria
- Positive drug screen for opioids, phencyclidine, amphetamine/ methamphetamine, or cocaine at Visit 1 or Visit 2.
- Diagnosis of moderate or severe substance use disorder, anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder or any other clinically significant eating disorder at Visit 1.
- EKG abnormality that is clinically significant including a QT interval \> 450 msec for men and \> 470 msec for women, as corrected by the Fridericia formula (QTcF) at Visit 1.
- Use of olanzapine+samidorphan for any reason in the last six months prior to Visit 1, any history of poor or inadequate response to treatment with olanzapine or no justifiable reason to expect improvement on olanzapine as assessed at Visit 1.
- Taken opioid agonists (e.g., codeine, oxycodone, tramadol, or morphine) within the 14 days prior to Visit 1 and/or anticipates a need to take opioid medication during the study period (e.g., planned surgery), or has taken opioid antagonists including naltrexone (any formulations) or naloxone within 60 days prior to Visit 1.
- Pregnant or breast feeding women. Women of child-bearing potential must have a negative serum beta-hCG pregnancy test at Visit 1 and a negative urine pregnancy test at Visit 2.
- Any clinically significant or unstable medical illness, condition, or disorder that is anticipated to potentially compromise subject safety on study medication or exercise, or adversely affect the evaluation of efficacy, including (but not necessarily limited to) the following (as assessed at Visit 1):
- Clinically significant hypotension or hypertension not stabilized on medical therapy.
- Unstable thyroid dysfunction in the past 6 months (e.g., hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, or thyroiditis that was untreated, or discovered and treatment was initiated within the 6 months prior to screening).
- Personal or family history of neuroleptic malignant syndrome, has a history of clinically significant extrapyramidal symptoms when taking olanzapine, or has had clinically significant tardive dyskinesia.
- Neurological conditions include the following:
- History of seizure disorder or a condition associated with seizures (except history of febrile seizures).
- History of brain tumor, subdural hematoma, stroke or any other clinically significant neurological condition within the 12 months prior to Visit 1.
- Head trauma with loss of consciousness within the 12 months prior to Visit 1.
- Active, acute or chronic CNS infection.
- Cardiac condition that might confound study results, pose additional risk when administering the study drug or exercise regimen to the subject, or preclude successful completion of the study. Conditions include the following:
- Clinically significant cardiac arrhythmia, cardiomyopathy, a cardiac conduction defect, or a history of myocardial infarction or unstable angina within 6 months prior to Visit 1.
- Currently taking any contraindicated medications as per the approved labeling for Olz-Sam (see section 6.5 for details) at Visit 1 and Visit 2.
- Subjects with suicidal ideation with intent or plan (indicated by affirmative answers to items 4 or 5 of the Suicidal Ideation section of the baseline C-SSRS) in the 3 months prior to Visit 1 or current at Visit 2
- Inflammatory bowel disease or any other gastrointestinal disorder associated with weight loss at Visit 1.
- Joined a weight management program or had significant changes in diet or exercise regimen within 6 weeks prior to Visit 1 or plans to join a weight management program during the study as assessed at Visit 1.
- History of diabetes (assessed at Visit 1).
- Laboratory abnormality that would compromise the well-being of the subject, or any of the following specific laboratory results at Visit 1:
- Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) or alanine aminotransferase (ALT) value \> 2 times the upper limit of the laboratory normal reference range
- Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) \<1.5 x 10\^3 μL
- Platelet count \< 75 x 10\^3 uL
- Serum creatinine \> 1.5 mg/dL
- Dyslipidemia, defined for this study as total fasting cholesterol \> 280 mg/dL or fasting triglycerides \> 500 mg/dL
- Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) \> 6.0%
- Fasting plasma glucose \> 126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L)
- Is not fit for the trial in the opinion of the investigator at Visit 1 and Visit 2.
Where
- New York, New York
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Frequently asked questions
What is a clinical trial?
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Is it safe to participate?
Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. Trials must be reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals throughout the study. You can withdraw at any time if you choose.
Will I be compensated?
Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time, travel expenses, and inconvenience. The specific compensation varies by study and will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is typically provided at no cost to participants.
Will I receive a placebo instead of treatment?
When effective treatment exists, participants typically receive either the standard treatment plus the study intervention, or the standard treatment plus placebo. You would not be denied effective care. Placebos are primarily used when no proven treatment is available, or in addition to standard care. Your trial consent form will clearly explain what treatments you may receive.
Can I leave a trial if I change my mind?
Absolutely. Participation in clinical trials is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty or loss of benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.
How long does a clinical trial last?
Trial duration varies widely depending on the study design and purpose. Some trials last just a few weeks, while others may continue for months or years. The study coordinator will provide specific timeline information during your screening call.
Data: ClinicalTrials.gov · synced Jul 13, 2026 · Source of record for eligibility and locations