Viking Therapeutics, Inc.
Clinical trials sponsored by Viking Therapeutics, Inc., explained in plain language.
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Can a pill speed up hip fracture recovery in seniors?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental drug called VK5211 in 108 adults aged 65 and older who had recently broken a hip. The goal was to see if the drug could help rebuild muscle mass lost after the injury. Participants took the drug or a placebo daily for 12 weeks, and researchers me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Viking Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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New daily pill shows promise for weight loss in phase 2 trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested an experimental daily pill, VK2735, to help adults with obesity or overweight (plus a weight-related health issue) lose weight. About 280 participants took either the pill or a placebo for 13 weeks. The main goal was to see how much weight they lost and if the p…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Viking Therapeutics, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC