New shot aims to reverse cancer wasting

NCT ID NCT07519564

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a new drug called GB18 in 18-36 cancer patients who are losing weight and appetite due to their illness (cachexia). The drug is given as a shot under the skin. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will also see if it helps patients gain weight and muscle.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

GB18 (a monoclonal antibody)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could lead to a treatment that helps cancer patients with cachexia regain appetite and weight, improving their quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 18-36 people, so it's too soon to know if it works. The main goal is safety, not effectiveness.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

biliary tract cancer breast cancer Cachexia colorectal cancer esophageal cancer gastric cancer malignant pancreatic neoplasm neoplasm non-small cell lung carcinoma ovarian cancer prostate cancer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Beijing GoBroad Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 102200, China

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    Contact

    Contact

  • Peking University Cancer Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100142, China

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

    Contact