New obesity drug shows promise for teens in early trial

NCT ID NCT07693426

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tests a new drug called efsubaglutide alfa in Chinese adolescents aged 12 to 17 with obesity. The goal is to check the drug's safety, how the body processes it, and its effects on weight. Participants receive either the drug or a placebo injection weekly for 12 weeks. The trial is small and early-stage, so it focuses on safety and dosing rather than proving the drug works.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
efsubaglutide alfa
What this could lead to
If safe and effective, this drug could offer a new treatment option for obesity in adolescents, helping reduce weight and improve health.
What could go wrong
This is an early phase 1 trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Side effects or lack of efficacy are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

obesity disorder Pediatric Obesity Weight Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China

  • Qilu Hospital, Shandong University

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Jinan, Shandong, China

  • Qilu Second Hospital, Shandong University

    RECRUITING

    Jinan, Shandong, China

  • Shengjing Hospital, China Medical University

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Shenyang, Liaoning, China

  • Wuhan Central Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Wuhan, Hubei, China

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