Healthy volunteers test two versions of a promising heart failure drug

NCT ID NCT07717749

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First seen Jul 21, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two different formulations of an experimental drug called AD-118 in healthy adults aged 19 to 64. Participants receive a single dose of each version in a random order, and researchers measure how the drug moves through the body and check for side effects. The goal is to see which formulation is safer and better absorbed before testing it in people with chronic heart failure.

What this could mean

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Active substance
an experimental drug called AD-118
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help determine which formulation of AD-118 is safer and better absorbed, supporting future trials for chronic heart failure.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage, small study in healthy volunteers, not patients. The drug may not work as hoped in later trials or may have unforeseen side effects.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Phase 1

The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.

Participants

About 74 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Jul 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Aug 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

19 to 64 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Body weight equal to or greater than 50kg and Body mass index (BMI) between 18.0 kg/m2 and 30.0 kg/m2 at the time of screening visit * Subjects aged 19 years or older and under 65 years at the screening visit Exclusion Criteria: * Participation in another clinical study with an investigational drug within the 6 months from scheduled first administration * Other exclusions applied

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • H Plus Yangji Hospital

    Seoul, South Korea

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