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Bupropion Hydrochloride in Improving Sexual Desire in Women With Breast or Gynecologic Cancer

Phase II Double Blind Dose Finding Trial of Bupropion Versus Placebo for Sexual Desire in Women With Breast or Gynecologic Cancer

Status
Completed
Phases
Phase 2
Study type
Interventional
Source
ClinicalTrials.gov
Registry ID
NCT03180294
Enrollment
230
Registered
2017-06-08
Start date
2017-05-31
Completion date
2021-02-22
Last updated
2022-03-08

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Conditions

Breast Carcinoma, Cervical Carcinoma, Ovarian Carcinoma, Postmenopausal, Uterine Corpus Cancer, Vaginal Carcinoma, Vulvar Carcinoma

Brief summary

This phase II randomized trial studies how well bupropion hydrochloride works in improving sexual desire in women with breast or gynecological cancer. Bupropion hydrochloride may work by boosting sexual desire, energy, or motivation without causing intolerable or undesirable side effects.

Detailed description

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: I. Measure the ability of two dose levels of bupropion hydrochloride (bupropion), 150 or 300 mg of extended release, to improve sexual desire more than a placebo at 9 weeks (8 weeks on the target dose) as measured by the desire subscale of the female sexual function index (FSFI). SECONDARY OBJECTIVES: I. Evaluate the side effects of 150 and 300 mg bupropion extended release and differentiate these side effects from those observed in the placebo arm. II. Evaluate the effect of 150 and 300 mg of bupropion extended release on the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) fatigue scale, PROMIS sexual desire and satisfaction measure, patient health questionnaire (PHQ)-4, and the FSFI total score, at 5 and 9 weeks, as well as the desire subscale score of the FSFI at 5 weeks. III. Evaluate the effect of 150 and 300 mg of bupropion extended release on the global impression of change scale and the patient's perception of risk versus (vs.) benefit at 5 weeks (4 weeks at target dose) and 9 weeks (8 weeks at target dose). Patients are randomized to 1 of 3 arms.

Interventions

DRUGPlacebo

By mouth

Sponsors

National Cancer Institute (NCI)
CollaboratorNIH
NRG Oncology
Lead SponsorOTHER

Study design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
Masking
DOUBLE (Subject, Investigator)

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
18 Years to No maximum
Healthy volunteers
No

Inclusion criteria

* PRIOR TO STEP 1 REGISTRATION * Score of \< 9 on the PHQ-4 * Patients must have a FSFI desire subscale baseline score less than 3.3 * NOTE-Both the PHQ-4 and FSFI must be completed by the patient and data entered in Oncology Patient Enrollment Network (OPEN) at Step 1 registration to determine eligibility * Diagnosis of breast or gynecologic cancer \[examples are lobular carcinoma in situ (LCIS),ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS), invasive breast, ovarian, endometrial, vulvar, cervical and vaginal\] * Completed definitive therapy consisting of surgery, chemotherapy or radiation therapy at least 180 days ago (may continue on Herceptin or endocrine therapy) * Post menopausal as defined by at least ONE of the following: * 12 months (365 days) without a period; * Bilateral oophorectomy; * Chemically induced menopause as long as there are no plans to stop during the study; * For women 57 and under, if at least one ovary and woman has had hysterectomy, must have follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) (\> 30 mIU/mL) and estradiol in menopausal range per institution?s laboratory (\< 10 for ultra sensitive assay: \< 25-30 otherwise); * At least one ovary intact and 180 days without a period with FSH (\> 30 mIU/mL) and estradiol in menopausal range per institution's laboratory (\< 10 for ultra sensitive assay: \< 25-30 otherwise); Note: Women 58 and older do not have to have hormonal tests. * History, physical and performance status of 2 or less within 180 days prior to registration * Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and alanine aminotransferase (ALT) =\< 2.5 x upper limit of normal (ULN) * Total bilirubin =\< 1.5 x ULN * Glomerular filtration rate \> 90ml/min * For breast cancer patients only, endocrine therapies are allowed (such as aromatase inhibitors, but not current tamoxifen. Prior tamoxifen is permitted with a 30 day wash out period). ) * Vaginal estrogen is allowed, for all protocol disease sites, if dose equal to or less than that in estring (\< 7.5 mcg) and it has been used for at least 30 days with no plans to stop or alter use during the course of the study * Antidepressants for mood and hot flashes, including selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) will be allowed if patients have been on a stable dose for the last 60 days and the dose is not expected to change during the course of the study; only subthreshold or low dose antidepressants will be allowed (e.g. Effexor up to 75 mg or Lexapro 5-10 mg or Celexa 10- 20 mg) * The patient must provide study-specific informed consent prior to study entry/screening * Women who report that their motivation/desire for sexual intimacy has decreased since her cancer diagnosis * Able to swallow whole capsules * Proficient in English (due to number of questionnaires not validated in other languages) * Completion of the FSFI and PHQ-4; both questionnaires will be required and data entered at the time of step 1 registration * PRIOR TO STEP 2 RANDOMIZATION * Completion of the following baseline quality of life forms: PHQ-4, FSFI, PROMIS sexual function and satisfaction, PROMIS fatigue short form 8a, Impact of Treatment Scale, patient reported outcomes (PRO)-Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (CTCAE) items, and revised dyadic adjustment scale; these quality of life forms will be required and data must be entered in Medidata Rave at step 2 registration; if available at the time of step 1 registration, step 2 registration can take place immediately after step 1; women who do not currently have a partner do not have to complete the revised dyadic adjustment scale; enter no partner for this form

Exclusion criteria

* Untreated depression, major depressive disorder (MDD), suicidal ideations or anxiety disorders in the past 5 years per the medical chart based on Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) IV diagnoses * Seizure disorders * Current or history of anorexia or bulimia in the past 5 years * Allergy to bupropion * Use of drugs metabolized by CYP2D6 * Stage IV cancer * History of Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia * Extensive pelvic exenteration surgery, surgeries which include partial or total vaginectomy with or without reconstruction; radical vulvectomy with or without remove of clitoris * Women who are currently undergoing or planning to undergo reconstruction surgery during the course of the study; women who have completed reconstruction surgery must be 30 days from surgery * Oral or transdermal estrogen therapy is not allowed * Males are not permitted to participate * Patients undergoing abrupt discontinuation of alcohol, benzodiazepines, barbiturates, and antiepileptic drugs after chronic use * Patients who discontinue monoamine oxidase (MAO)-inhibitor (I)'s within 14 days prior to starting the investigational drug * Poorly controlled hypertension (systolic blood pressure \[BP\] \>= 160 mmHg or diastolic BP \>= 100 mmHg) on three or more readings in the past 12 months * Patients with active bipolar disorder * Patients with impaired decision making as determined by the treating physician * Concurrent use of bupropion * Concomitant invasive malignancy requiring treatment other than non-melanomatous skin cancer. * Previous or concurrent use of flibanserin.

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Change From Baseline at 9 Weeks in the Desire Subscore of the Female Sexual Function Index (Sexual Desire)Baseline (prior to randomization) and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The desire subscore of the female sexual function index (FSFI) measures self-reported sexual desire. Possible scores range from 1.2 to 6, with higher scores indicating increased desire. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased desire. This measure is referred to as sexual desire in the protocol.

Secondary

MeasureTime frameDescription
Change From Baseline at 5 Weeks in Desire Subscore of the FSFI (Sexual Desire)Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The desire subscore of the female sexual function index (FSFI) measures self-reported sexual desire. Possible scores range from 1.2 to 6, with higher scores indicating increased desire. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased desire. This measure is referred to as sexual desire in the protocol.
Change From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The PROMIS Global Satisfaction with Sex Life subscore measures self-reported global satisfaction, interest, and interference in sexual health over the past 7 days. Possible scores range from 3 to 30, with higher scores indicating more satisfaction with sex life. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased satisfaction. This score is referred to as the PROMIS sexual desire and satisfaction measure in the protocol.
Change From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The FSFI total score measures self-reported female sexual functioning covering the major domains arousal, satisfaction, and orgasm, and including lubrication and pain. Possible scores range from 2 to 36, with higher scores indicating better functioning. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased functioning. This measure is referred to as sexual functioning in the protocol.
Change From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The PHQ-4 is a brief screening questionnaire for depression. Possible scores range from 0 to 12, with higher scores indicating more severe depression. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a negative change score indicating decreased severity of depression. This measure is referred to as depressive mood in the protocol.
Change From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreBaseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)The PROMIS fatigue score measures self-reported fatigue symptoms over the past 7 days. Possible scores range from 33.1 to 77.8, with higher scores indicating more fatigue. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased fatigue.
Perception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 Weeks9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)Participants are asked, Were the benefits of this treatment greater than any side effects?
Number of Participants With a Grade 3 or Higher Adverse Event Over the Course of the StudyAdverse events were evaluated 1,2,5,7, and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization).Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (version 4) grades adverse event severity from 1=mild to 5=death. Summary data is provided in this outcome measure.; see Adverse Events Module for specific adverse event data.
Number of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 Weeks9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization).Questions refer to the participants' experiences for the past 7 days of a given symptom in terms of frequency (never, rarely, occasionally, frequently, almost constantly), severity (none, mild, moderate, severe, very severe), interference with usual or daily activities (not at all, a little bit, somewhat, quite a bit, very much).
Global Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)Participants are asked, Since beginning the study agent, my desire of sexual intimacy is: with seven possible answers of very much better, moderately better, a little better, about the same, a little worse, moderately worse, and very much worse. The first three answers have been categorized as Better' and the last three answers as Not Better. This measure is referred to as perception of change in the protocol.

Countries

United States

Participant flow

Pre-assignment details

Registered patients who completed required baseline assessments were randomized. Of 238 registered patients, 230 were randomized.

Participants by arm

ArmCount
Bupropion 150 mg
One Bupropion 150 mg XL capsule by mouth (PO) in a.m. daily for one week; one Bupropion 150 mg XL capsule and one placebo capsule PO in a.m. daily for 8 weeks; one placebo capsule daily PO in a.m. for one 1 week (titration off).
79
Bupropion 300 mg
One Bupropion 150 mg XL capsule PO in a.m. daily for one week; two Bupropion 150 mg XL capsules PO in a.m. daily for 8 weeks (300 mg target dose); one Bupropion 150 mg XL PO in a.m. daily for 1 week (titration off)
74
Placebo
One placebo capsule PO in a.m. daily for 1 week; two placebo capsules PO in a.m. daily for 8 weeks; one placebo capsule PO in a.m. daily for 1 week (titration off)
77
Total230

Baseline characteristics

CharacteristicBupropion 150 mgBupropion 300 mgPlaceboTotal
Age, Continuous54.63 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 7.61
54.68 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 9.05
58.1 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8
55.8 years
STANDARD_DEVIATION 8.35
Aromatase Inhibitor therapy
No
44 Participants37 Participants42 Participants123 Participants
Aromatase Inhibitor therapy
Yes
35 Participants37 Participants35 Participants107 Participants
Current Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) Use
No
69 Participants69 Participants66 Participants204 Participants
Current Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRI) Use
Yes
10 Participants5 Participants11 Participants26 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Hispanic or Latino
3 Participants5 Participants3 Participants11 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Not Hispanic or Latino
74 Participants69 Participants72 Participants215 Participants
Ethnicity (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
2 Participants0 Participants2 Participants4 Participants
Prior Pelvic Radiation Therapy
No
70 Participants72 Participants68 Participants210 Participants
Prior Pelvic Radiation Therapy
Yes
9 Participants2 Participants9 Participants20 Participants
Prior Pelvic Surgery
No
56 Participants54 Participants48 Participants158 Participants
Prior Pelvic Surgery
Yes
23 Participants20 Participants29 Participants72 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
American Indian or Alaska Native
1 Participants0 Participants1 Participants2 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Asian
1 Participants0 Participants3 Participants4 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Black or African American
0 Participants3 Participants3 Participants6 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
More than one race
1 Participants0 Participants0 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1 Participants0 Participants0 Participants1 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
Unknown or Not Reported
1 Participants1 Participants3 Participants5 Participants
Race (NIH/OMB)
White
74 Participants70 Participants67 Participants211 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Female
79 Participants74 Participants77 Participants230 Participants
Sex: Female, Male
Male
0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants0 Participants
Zubrod
0
70 Participants70 Participants66 Participants206 Participants
Zubrod
1
9 Participants4 Participants11 Participants24 Participants

Adverse events

Event typeEG000
affected / at risk
EG001
affected / at risk
EG002
affected / at risk
deaths
Total, all-cause mortality
0 / 790 / 740 / 77
other
Total, other adverse events
53 / 7755 / 7357 / 76
serious
Total, serious adverse events
1 / 770 / 730 / 76

Outcome results

Primary

Change From Baseline at 9 Weeks in the Desire Subscore of the Female Sexual Function Index (Sexual Desire)

The desire subscore of the female sexual function index (FSFI) measures self-reported sexual desire. Possible scores range from 1.2 to 6, with higher scores indicating increased desire. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased desire. This measure is referred to as sexual desire in the protocol.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible participants with baseline and 9 week data

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline at 9 Weeks in the Desire Subscore of the Female Sexual Function Index (Sexual Desire)0.64 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.95
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline at 9 Weeks in the Desire Subscore of the Female Sexual Function Index (Sexual Desire)0.60 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.89
PlaceboChange From Baseline at 9 Weeks in the Desire Subscore of the Female Sexual Function Index (Sexual Desire)0.62 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 1.18
Comparison: Using a two sample t-test with a one-sided type I error of 0.05 (overall type I error of 0.1 after a Bonferroni correction) and an effect size of 0.45, 62 patients/arm were calculated to be needed to achieve 80% statistical power. Adjusting for 20% non-compliance resulted in a total sample size of 234 patients..p-value: 0.46t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Using a two sample t-test with a one-sided type I error of 0.05 (overall type I error of 0.1 after a Bonferroni correction) and an effect size of 0.45, 62 patients/arm were calculated to be needed to achieve 80% statistical power. Adjusting for 20% non-compliance resulted in a total sample size of 234 patients..p-value: 0.54t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline at 5 Weeks in Desire Subscore of the FSFI (Sexual Desire)

The desire subscore of the female sexual function index (FSFI) measures self-reported sexual desire. Possible scores range from 1.2 to 6, with higher scores indicating increased desire. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased desire. This measure is referred to as sexual desire in the protocol.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with baseline and 5 week data

ArmMeasureValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline at 5 Weeks in Desire Subscore of the FSFI (Sexual Desire)0.70 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.9
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline at 5 Weeks in Desire Subscore of the FSFI (Sexual Desire)0.48 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.69
PlaceboChange From Baseline at 5 Weeks in Desire Subscore of the FSFI (Sexual Desire)0.58 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 0.99
p-value: 0.24t-test, 1 sided
p-value: 0.74t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)

The FSFI total score measures self-reported female sexual functioning covering the major domains arousal, satisfaction, and orgasm, and including lubrication and pain. Possible scores range from 2 to 36, with higher scores indicating better functioning. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased functioning. This measure is referred to as sexual functioning in the protocol.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with baseline data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 53.84 units on a scaleStandard Error 7.84
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 93.29 units on a scaleStandard Error 7.66
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 54.01 units on a scaleStandard Error 6.08
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 93.55 units on a scaleStandard Error 6.63
PlaceboChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 53.53 units on a scaleStandard Error 7.48
PlaceboChange From Baseline in FSFI Total Score (Sexual Functioning)Week 94.70 units on a scaleStandard Error 8.36
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.41t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.35t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.83t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.79t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)

The PHQ-4 is a brief screening questionnaire for depression. Possible scores range from 0 to 12, with higher scores indicating more severe depression. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a negative change score indicating decreased severity of depression. This measure is referred to as depressive mood in the protocol.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with baseline data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 5-0.44 units on a scaleStandard Error 1.77
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 9-0.42 units on a scaleStandard Error 1.68
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 5-0.17 units on a scaleStandard Error 1.91
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 9-0.43 units on a scaleStandard Error 1.86
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 5-0.16 units on a scaleStandard Error 2.29
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ)-4 Score (Depressive Mood)Week 9-0.43 units on a scaleStandard Error 2.39
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.78t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.51t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.49t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.5t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue Score

The PROMIS fatigue score measures self-reported fatigue symptoms over the past 7 days. Possible scores range from 33.1 to 77.8, with higher scores indicating more fatigue. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased fatigue.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with baseline data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 5-2.29 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.05
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 9-3.28 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 9.46
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 5-1.11 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.63
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 9-3.14 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.88
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 5-0.30 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 6.71
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the Patient Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Fatigue ScoreWeek 9-3.42 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 6.59
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.95t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.73t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.46t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.42t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Change From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)

The PROMIS Global Satisfaction with Sex Life subscore measures self-reported global satisfaction, interest, and interference in sexual health over the past 7 days. Possible scores range from 3 to 30, with higher scores indicating more satisfaction with sex life. Change score is calculated by subtracting baseline from later score, with a positive change score indicating increased satisfaction. This score is referred to as the PROMIS sexual desire and satisfaction measure in the protocol.

Time frame: Baseline (prior to randomization) and 5 and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with baseline data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (MEAN)Dispersion
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 53.35 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 7.27
Bupropion 150 mgChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 92.05 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 6.51
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 52.81 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 5.82
Bupropion 300 mgChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 92.72 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 4.72
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 53.08 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 6
PlaceboChange From Baseline in the PROMIS Global Satisfaction With Sex Life Subscore of Sexual Function and Satisfaction Measure (Sexual Desire and Satisfaction)Week 93.58 units on a scaleStandard Deviation 6.93
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.41t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 5p-value: 0.6t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.9t-test, 1 sided
Comparison: Week 9p-value: 0.79t-test, 1 sided
Secondary

Global Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)

Participants are asked, Since beginning the study agent, my desire of sexual intimacy is: with seven possible answers of very much better, moderately better, a little better, about the same, a little worse, moderately worse, and very much worse. The first three answers have been categorized as Better' and the last three answers as Not Better. This measure is referred to as perception of change in the protocol.

Time frame: 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with data

ArmMeasureCategoryValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Bupropion 150 mgGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Not Better43 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Better23 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Not Better36 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Better24 Participants
PlaceboGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Not Better43 Participants
PlaceboGlobal Impression of Change at 9 Weeks (Perception of Change)Better20 Participants
p-value: 0.71Chi-squared
p-value: 0.34Chi-squared
Secondary

Number of Participants With a Grade 3 or Higher Adverse Event Over the Course of the Study

Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (version 4) grades adverse event severity from 1=mild to 5=death. Summary data is provided in this outcome measure.; see Adverse Events Module for specific adverse event data.

Time frame: Adverse events were evaluated 1,2,5,7, and 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization).

Population: Eligible with adverse event data and started study treatment.

ArmMeasureValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With a Grade 3 or Higher Adverse Event Over the Course of the Study4 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With a Grade 3 or Higher Adverse Event Over the Course of the Study1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With a Grade 3 or Higher Adverse Event Over the Course of the Study3 Participants
Secondary

Number of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 Weeks

Questions refer to the participants' experiences for the past 7 days of a given symptom in terms of frequency (never, rarely, occasionally, frequently, almost constantly), severity (none, mild, moderate, severe, very severe), interference with usual or daily activities (not at all, a little bit, somewhat, quite a bit, very much).

Time frame: 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization).

Population: Eligible with 9 week data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of insomnia at it's worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of headache = almost constantly0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of constipation at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of decreased appetite with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of dizziness with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dizziness at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dry mouth at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of decreased appetite at its worst= very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of headache with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of nausea = almost constantly1 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of insomnia with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of headache at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of nausea at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dizziness at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dry mouth at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of decreased appetite at its worst= very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of decreased appetite with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of nausea = almost constantly0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of nausea at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of constipation at its worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of dizziness with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of headache = almost constantly0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of headache at its worst = very severe1 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of headache with usual or daily activities = very much1 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of insomnia at it's worst = very severe0 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of insomnia with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of headache = almost constantly0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksFrequency of nausea = almost constantly0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of insomnia at it's worst = very severe1 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of headache at its worst = very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of decreased appetite with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dry mouth at its worst = very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of headache with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of dizziness at its worst = very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of constipation at its worst = very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of decreased appetite at its worst= very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of dizziness with usual or daily activities = very much0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksSeverity of nausea at its worst = very severe0 Participants
PlaceboNumber of Participants With Most Severe Response for Patient-Reported Outcomes Version of the Common Terminology Criteria for Adverse Events (PRO-CTCAE) at 9 WeeksInterference of insomnia with usual or daily activities = very much1 Participants
Secondary

Perception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 Weeks

Participants are asked, Were the benefits of this treatment greater than any side effects?

Time frame: 9 weeks from start of study treatment (within 21 days of randomization)

Population: Eligible with data

ArmMeasureGroupValue (COUNT_OF_PARTICIPANTS)
Bupropion 150 mgPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksNo37 Participants
Bupropion 150 mgPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksYes30 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksNo32 Participants
Bupropion 300 mgPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksYes26 Participants
PlaceboPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksNo40 Participants
PlaceboPerception of Risk vs. Benefit at 9 WeeksYes21 Participants
p-value: 0.23t-test, 1 sided
p-value: 0.25t-test, 1 sided

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov · Data processed: Feb 6, 2026