AZD0186 Safety Study
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial aims to assess the safety and tolerability of the new oral drug, AZD0186, in increasing doses. It also examines how the body processes the drug. Participants will receive either AZD0186 or a placebo (a substance with no active drug) for comparison. The trial seeks healthy adults without major health issues, particularly eye or liver problems, and who have not recently used nicotine or illegal drugs. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new drug.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. However, since the study is for healthy adults, it's possible that taking medications could affect your eligibility.
Is there any evidence suggesting that AZD0186 is likely to be safe for humans?
Research has shown that AZD0186 was safe and well-tolerated in earlier studies. AZD0186 affects the GLP-1 receptor, which helps the body manage sugar and fat. In these studies, most participants handled the treatment well, and researchers found no major safety issues.
This trial is in its early stages, focusing on the treatment's safety and tolerability. Researchers are closely monitoring the treatment's safety due to its early phase. This trial will provide more information about any possible side effects. Overall, earlier research offers a positive view of AZD0186's safety.12345Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?
AZD0186 is unique because it introduces a novel approach in its mechanism of action, which researchers believe could offer a more targeted and efficient treatment option. Unlike many existing treatments that work by broadly affecting the body's systems, AZD0186 specifically targets pathways believed to be central to the condition's progression, potentially leading to more effective outcomes with fewer side effects. Researchers are particularly excited about its potential to significantly improve safety and tolerability compared to standard therapies, which often come with challenging side effects.
What evidence suggests that AZD0186 could be effective?
Research shows that AZD0186 is a promising new treatment that mimics a natural hormone in the body to help control blood sugar levels. Early studies with healthy participants tested AZD0186 at different doses and found potential in affecting these hormone pathways. Although more data is needed, its mechanism suggests usefulness for conditions like type 2 diabetes. However, further research is necessary to confirm this. In this trial, participants will be divided into different cohorts, with some receiving AZD0186 and others a placebo. The trial remains in its early stages, focusing mainly on understanding how the body processes the drug and ensuring its safety in humans.56789
Who Is on the Research Team?
Esther Yoon, MD
Principal Investigator
PAREXEL Early Phase Clinical Unit-Los Angeles
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive single ascending doses of AZD0186 and are monitored for safety and pharmacokinetics
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- AZD0186
- Placebo
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
AstraZeneca
Lead Sponsor
Sir Pascal Soriot
AstraZeneca
Chief Executive Officer since 2012
Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris
Dr. Cristian Massacesi
AstraZeneca
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology
Pascal Soriot
AstraZeneca
Chief Executive Officer since 2012
Veterinary Medicine from École nationale vétérinaire d'Alfort, MBA from HEC Paris
Cristian Massacesi
AstraZeneca
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from Marche Polytechnic University, Medical Oncology training at Royal Marsden Hospital, Kaplan Comprehensive Cancer Center, and European Institute of Oncology
Parexel
Industry Sponsor
Peyton Howell
Parexel
Chief Executive Officer
Master of Healthcare Administration from The Ohio State University, Bachelor of Arts in Health Communications from the University of Illinois
Dr. Austin Smith
Parexel
Chief Medical Officer since 2023
MD from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland