New drug shows promise for rare genetic disease

NCT ID NCT05443685

First seen Feb 16, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study tested a new oral drug, ADX-629, in 8 people with Sjögren-Larsson syndrome, a rare inherited disorder that causes lifelong skin, brain, and eye problems due to buildup of harmful fatty aldehydes. The goal was to see if the drug is safe and can reduce these harmful substances. Participants took the drug for 12 weeks and were monitored for side effects and changes in disease markers.

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Locations

  • University of Nebraska Medical Center

    Omaha, Nebraska, 68198, United States

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