First human study of BMS-986368 begins in healthy chinese volunteers

NCT ID NCT07700329

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Celgene Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 1 trial tests an experimental drug called BMS-986368 in 16 healthy Chinese adults. The main goal is to measure how the drug moves through the body and to check for any side effects. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo, and researchers monitor safety through blood tests, vital signs, and heart tracings.

What this could mean

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Active substance
an experimental drug called BMS-986368
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide early safety data to support further development of BMS-986368 for potential future treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a very early phase 1 trial with only 16 healthy participants, so results may not predict effects in patients. The drug may cause unexpected side effects or fail in later studies.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 1

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

Participants

About 16 people

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

Expected to start

Jan 2027

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Feb 2027

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

18 to 55 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: * Participants must be healthy male or non-pregnant and non-nursing female (as assigned at birth). * Participants must be of Chinese ethnicity (both biological parents should be ethnically Chinese). * Participants must have BMI of 18.0 kg/m2 to 28.0 kg/m2, inclusive and body weight of ≥ 50 kg. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants must not have personal or first-degree family history of clinically significant psychiatric disorder, including, but not limited to, schizophrenia, psychosis, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Participants with a history of anxiety may be enrolled at the discretion of the investigator. * Participants must not have an active or prior history of stroke, chronic seizures, or major neurological disorders or has first-degree family relative who was diagnosed with these disorders below the age of 65 years. * Other protocol-defined Inclusion/Exclusion criteria apply.

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