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SRK-439 for Safety in Healthy Adults

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Overseen ByScholar Rock, Inc. Clinical Trials Administration
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial evaluates the safety and tolerability of a new treatment called SRK-439 in healthy adults. As a Phase 1 trial, it primarily ensures the drug does not cause unexpected problems. The study consists of two parts: one where participants receive a single dose and another with multiple doses. Individuals who are generally healthy and have not recently used muscle-enhancing drugs or certain other treatments may qualify for this trial. Participants will be among the first to receive this new treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in people.

Is there any evidence suggesting that SRK-439 is likely to be safe for humans?

An earlier study tested SRK-439 on healthy adults to assess its safety and tolerability in single and multiple doses. So far, these studies have found no serious safety issues. However, SRK-439 remains under investigation, and its safety is not fully established. The FDA has not approved it for any use. Early lab tests suggest potential benefits for weight management and muscle preservation, but further research is necessary to confirm its safety in humans.12345

Why do researchers think this study treatment might be promising?

SRK-439 is unique because it represents a potentially new class of treatment options that are currently being explored for various medical conditions. Unlike standard treatments that often rely on well-known mechanisms such as enzyme inhibition or receptor antagonism, SRK-439 is thought to operate through a novel mechanism, which could potentially offer a different approach to treating diseases. Researchers are excited about SRK-439 as it could provide an alternative for patients who do not respond well to existing therapies, potentially improving effectiveness and reducing side effects.

What evidence suggests that SRK-439 could be effective?

This trial will evaluate the safety of SRK-439 in healthy adults. Studies have shown that SRK-439 might aid in weight management by preserving lean muscle during weight loss. Early research suggests it could improve body composition, potentially maintaining muscle while reducing fat. Although the safety and effectiveness of SRK-439 in humans remain unknown, early animal studies indicate it might assist with conditions like obesity. Research also hints at possible improvements in muscle strength and exercise endurance. However, these findings are based on animal studies, and further research is necessary to determine if these effects occur in humans.13456

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

Inclusion Criteria

My BMI is between 18 and 35.
I am between 18 and 55 years old.

Exclusion Criteria

I have previously been treated with anti-myostatin therapies.
I have received immune-suppressing drugs, chemotherapy, or radiation in the past 12 months.
I have used steroids, growth hormones, or similar substances that affect muscles.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Treatment Part A

Participants receive a single dose of SRK-439 or matching placebo

4 weeks

Treatment Part B

Participants receive multiple doses of SRK-439 or matching placebo

28 weeks

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

4 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • SRK-439

How Is the Trial Designed?

2

Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Group I: Part BExperimental Treatment2 Interventions
Group II: Part AExperimental Treatment2 Interventions

Find a Clinic Near You

Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Scholar Rock, Inc.

Lead Sponsor

Trials
7
Recruited
710+

Citations

Scholar Rock Announces New SRK-439 Preclinical Data ...

Based on preclinical data, SRK-439 has the potential to support healthier weight management by preserving lean mass during weight loss. The ...

Scholar Rock Announces New Preclinical Data for SRK-439 ...

The efficacy and safety of SRK-439 have not been established and SRK-439 has not been approved for any use by the FDA or any other regulatory agency. About ...

Scholar Rock Announces Preclinical Data for SRK-439

It is being developed for cardiometabolic disorders, including obesity. Preclinical data suggest SRK-439 may preserve lean mass during weight ...

Scholar Rock Reports Positive Phase 2 EMBRAZE Trial ...

... SRK-439's potential in various neuromuscular disorders. The efficacy and safety of SRK-439 have not been established and SRK-439 has not ...

Scholar Rock Unveils Preclinical Data on SRK-439 ...

This compelling evidence suggests that SRK-439 could improve body composition and support healthier weight management, particularly in the ...

A Single- and Multiple-Ascending Dose Study of SRK-439 ...

Evaluate the safety and tolerability of single and multiple SRK-439 SC dose administration in healthy adult participants, Changes from baseline ...