Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Bipolar II Disorder clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 14 recruiting bipolar ii disorder studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT05427123Recruiting
Study for kids and teens with bipolar or cyclothymic disorder
This trial is testing treatments for children and teens (ages 9–19) who have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder or cyclothymic disorder. It also requires regular participation from a caregiver so the team can track symptoms and response over time.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 9–19 - NCT06656416RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-100 for bipolar depression
This trial tests an investigational drug called ALTO-100 in people with bipolar I or II who are currently experiencing depression. It looks at whether this new medicine can help improve depression symptoms when taken alongside your usual mood stabilizer or antipsychotic medication.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT06920940Recruiting
Ketogenic diet for bipolar disorder in teens
This study tests whether a ketogenic diet (a very low-carb, high-fat diet) can help teens with bipolar disorder who are currently feeling depressed or have mixed symptoms. Participants will receive medical and dietitian support while trying the diet for up to 12 weeks.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 12–21 - NCT07220460RecruitingPhase 2
Study of an oral drug for bipolar depression
This trial tests an experimental pill (ABB-932) for people with bipolar I or II disorder who are currently in a depressive episode. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps improve mood.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06951698RecruitingPhase 3
Testing KarXT for bipolar I mania
This trial tests a new medicine, KarXT, to see if it can safely treat manic episodes in people with bipolar I disorder. It is for patients who are currently hospitalized for a manic episode that started within the last 3 weeks.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07140913RecruitingPhase 3
Testing KarXT for bipolar I mania with mood stabilizers
This study tests whether adding KarXT to lithium, valproate, or lamotrigine helps calm manic episodes in people with bipolar I disorder. It aims to see if the combination is safe and works better than the mood stabilizer alone.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07217860Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Long-term safety study of azetukalner for bipolar depression
This study is looking at the long-term safety of azetukalner for people with bipolar I or II depression who have already completed a previous trial of this drug. It is an open-label study, meaning everyone will receive the active medication.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06929273RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety study of KarXT for bipolar I mania
This study tests the long-term safety of KarXT for people with bipolar I disorder who are having a manic or mixed episode. It is for people who either completed a previous KarXT study or are new to the study and have moderate to severe mania symptoms.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07172516RecruitingPhase 3
Study of azetukalner vs placebo for bipolar depression
This trial tests whether the study drug azetukalner can help reduce depression symptoms in people with bipolar I or II disorder who are currently having a depressive episode. You would be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo (inactive pill) to see which works better.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18–74 - NCT06951711RecruitingPhase 3
KarXT for mania in bipolar I disorder
This study tests a new medication called KarXT to see if it helps calm manic episodes in people with bipolar I disorder. You would need to be in the hospital for a manic episode and stop other psychiatric medications temporarily.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06696755RecruitingPhase 2
Study of icalcaprant for bipolar depression
This study tests an oral medication called icalcaprant for adults with bipolar I or II who are currently in a depressive episode. The goal is to see if it reduces symptoms and whether it's safe when taken alongside your usual mood stabilizer.
Sherman Oaks, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06229210RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone safety study for children with schizophrenia, bipolar, or autism
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone for children and teens with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and tolerable over time.
West Covina, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT05025605RecruitingPhase 1
Study medicine for agitation in youth with bipolar or schizophrenia
This Phase 1 trial tests whether BXCL501 is safe and can help reduce agitation in children and teens who have bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. You may be considered if your agitation is significant during screening, but certain recent medication and health factors can make you ineligible.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT07286175RecruitingPhase 2
Study of brenipatide for bipolar disorder
This trial tests an experimental drug called brenipatide for people with bipolar I or II disorder. It aims to see if the drug can help manage mood episodes when added to your current stable medications.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18–75
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Bipolar II Disorder trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting bipolar ii disorder studies listed above.
- Advanced Research Center (ARC), Inc. · 5 studies
- NRC Research Institute · 5 studies
- ProScience Research Group · 5 studies
- Catalina Research Institute · 4 studies
- Clinical Innovations, Inc. dba CITrials · 4 studies
- Collaborative Neuroscience Research, LLC · 3 studies
- Collaborative Neuroscience Research, LLC / CenExel CNS - Garden Grove · 3 studies
- ATP Clinical Research · 2 studies
What taking part in a bipolar ii disorder study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting bipolar ii disorder studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there bipolar ii disorder clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 14 recruiting bipolar ii disorder studies with a site near Los Angeles, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a bipolar ii disorder study near Los Angeles?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a bipolar ii disorder trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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