New sleep aid HEC83518 passes first safety check in healthy volunteers

NCT ID NCT04667429

First seen May 05, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This early-stage study tested a new insomnia medication called HEC83518 in 57 healthy Chinese adults aged 18 to 45. The main goal was to check if the drug is safe and how the body processes it, including the effect of food. Participants took multiple doses and were monitored for side effects. This is a first step to see if the drug is safe enough for future studies in people with insomnia.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Shanghai Xuhui Central Hospital

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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