New obesity drug tested in kidney patients: dosing clues sought
NCT ID NCT07141030
First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This early-stage study tests a single dose of the drug GZR18 in 32 adults who are overweight or obese, some with mild to severe kidney problems and some with normal kidneys. Researchers want to see how kidney function affects drug levels and safety. The goal is to find the right dose for people with kidney issues.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only โ not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- GZR18 injection
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help doctors determine the right dose of GZR18 for people with kidney problems, making treatment safer and more effective.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early phase 1 study with only 32 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may still have side effects or fail in later trials.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals
RECRUITINGBeijing, China
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