Safety and Efficacy of Levomilnacipran Extended Release in Pediatric Patients Aged 7–17 Years with Major Depressive Disorder: Results of Two Phase 3, Randomized, Double-Blind Studies

Major depressive disorder (MDD) presents a significant psychosocial burden, and there is an unmet need for additional treatment options in pediatric patients. Here, we report the results of two phase 3 multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo- and active-controlled, parallel-group studies evaluating the efficacy and safety of levomilnacipran extended release in children and adolescents with MDD.