New monthly HIV prevention pill passes heart safety check in early trial
NCT ID NCT07063238
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a higher-than-normal dose of MK-8527, a once-monthly pill to prevent HIV infection, affects heart rhythm. It involved 42 healthy adults and compared the drug to a placebo and an active control. The goal was to ensure the drug is safe for the heart before moving to larger studies.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Hassman Research Institute Marlton Site ( Site 0001)
Marlton, New Jersey, 08053, United States
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