New drug could ease endometriosis pain in major trial
NCT ID NCT06076486
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This phase 3 trial tested the drug elagolix in 202 women with moderate to severe pain from endometriosis. Participants took either elagolix or a placebo for 12 weeks. The study measured how well the drug reduced menstrual cramps and pelvic pain. The goal is to see if elagolix can provide a new treatment option for this painful condition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Elagolix
What this could lead to
If successful, elagolix could offer a new non-surgical option to reduce painful periods and pelvic pain in women with endometriosis.
What could go wrong
This is a completed phase 3 trial, but results are not yet published. The drug may not work for everyone, and side effects are possible. It aims to manage symptoms, not cure the condition.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Peking University First Hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100034, China