New daily pill shows promise for weight loss in early trial

NCT ID NCT07002905

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This completed Phase IIa study tested a daily pill called ASC30 in 125 adults with obesity or overweight who also had weight-related health problems. The goal was to see if the drug helps with weight loss and is safe. Participants received either ASC30 or a placebo for up to 13 weeks, and researchers measured changes in body weight, waist size, and side effects.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

ASC30 tablets

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a new daily pill for weight loss in people with obesity or overweight.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase IIa trial with only 125 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may cause side effects or fail to show meaningful weight loss.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    Rogers, Arkansas, 72758, United States

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    Fort Myers, Florida, 33912, United States

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    Miami, Florida, 33172, United States

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    Columbus, Ohio, 43212, United States

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    Bellaire, Texas, 77401, United States

  • Ascletis Clinical Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78240, United States