New COVID-19 pill passes first safety check in healthy volunteers

NCT ID NCT05532293

First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated Apr 30, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This early-stage study tested a new oral drug called MSP008-22 in 64 healthy adults to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. Participants received either the drug or a placebo, and researchers monitored for side effects. The goal was to check safety, not whether the drug works against COVID-19.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ashirwad Hospital & Research Centre, Maratha Section, Near Jijamata Udyan, Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, India

    Ulhasnagar, Maharashtra, 421004, India

  • K. J. Somaiya Hospital & Research Centre, Somaiya Ayurvihar Complex, Eastern Express Highway, Sion East

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400022, India

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