New pill shows promise for heart failure swelling

NCT ID NCT05615363

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 17, 2026 · Updated 28 times

Summary

This study tested an experimental drug called OPC-131461 in 157 adults with heart failure who still had swelling (edema) despite taking standard water pills. The goal was to see if the drug could help reduce body weight by removing extra fluid. Participants received either a placebo or one of four doses of the drug for up to 15 days. The main measure was weight change from the start to day 8.

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Locations

  • Harasanshin Hospital

    Fukuoka, Japan

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