Pfizer's new obesity shot shows promise in first human tests

NCT ID NCT07022977

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tested a new weekly injection called MET233 in 144 otherwise healthy adults with overweight or obesity. The main goal was to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. Researchers also looked at different dosing schedules over several weeks. Since this is a Phase 1 study, it is too soon to know if MET233 will help with weight loss.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

MET233 (a biologic drug given as a weekly injection)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment for weight management.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial focused on safety, not weight loss. The drug may not work or could have side effects. Results may not lead to a marketed treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Altasciences Clinical Los Angeles, Inc.

    Cypress, California, 90630, United States