New drug AVP-786 passes first safety check in healthy people

NCT ID NCT02174835

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-stage trial tested a new drug, AVP-786, in 56 healthy adult men to see how the body processes it and whether it is safe. The drug is a modified version of dextromethorphan combined with quinidine. Because this is a Phase 1 study in healthy people, it does not test whether the drug works for any disease, but it is a necessary first step before testing in patients.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

AVP-786 (deuterated dextromethorphan/quinidine)

What this could lead to

If successful, this early study could support further testing of AVP-786 for conditions like agitation in Alzheimer's disease.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial in only 56 healthy volunteers, so it cannot prove the drug works for any disease. Side effects or lack of benefit may emerge in later studies.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CMAX

    Adelaide, South Australia, 5000, Australia