New drug AZD0780 aims to lower blood pressure in heart patients

NCT ID NCT06692764

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

Summary

This study tested a new drug called AZD0780 in 202 people with heart disease or related risks and high LDL cholesterol. Participants took either the drug or a placebo for 4 weeks, and researchers measured changes in blood pressure using a 24-hour monitor. The goal was to see if AZD0780 can safely lower blood pressure in this high-risk group.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

AZD0780

What this could lead to

If successful, AZD0780 could offer a new way to lower blood pressure in people with heart disease and high cholesterol, potentially reducing heart attack and stroke risk.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early Phase II study with only 202 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the drug may not prove effective or safe in larger trials.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

atherosclerosis atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

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    Inglewood, California, 90301, United States

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    Northridge, California, 91325, United States

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    Pomona, California, 91767, United States

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    Boca Raton, Florida, 33434, United States

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    Hialeah, Florida, 33012, United States

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    Jacksonville, Florida, 32216, United States

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    Miami, Florida, 33122, United States

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    Miami, Florida, 33165, United States

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    Miami, Florida, 33173, United States

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    Miami, Florida, 33174, United States

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    Ocala, Florida, 34474, United States

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    Port Orange, Florida, 32127, United States

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    Tamarac, Florida, 33321, United States

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60621, United States

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    Potomac, Maryland, 20854, United States

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    New Bedford, Massachusetts, 02740, United States

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    New Windsor, New York, 12553, United States

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    Beavercreek, Ohio, 45431, United States

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    Horsham, Pennsylvania, 19044, United States

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    Spartanburg, South Carolina, 29303, United States

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    Austin, Texas, 78704, United States

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    Dallas, Texas, 75230, United States

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    El Paso, Texas, 79905, United States

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    Hurst, Texas, 76054, United States

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    Mesquite, Texas, 75149, United States

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    Paris, Texas, 75462, United States