New pill could melt fat in people with obesity

NCT ID NCT07169942

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new oral drug called aleniglipron (GSBR-1290) in 71 adults with obesity (BMI ≥30). Participants take the drug or a placebo daily for 40 weeks. Researchers measure changes in body fat, waist size, and weight using special scans. The goal is to see if the drug safely reduces fat and improves body composition.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

aleniglipron (GSBR-1290)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to a new oral medication for obesity that reduces body fat and improves body composition.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase 2 trial with only 71 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may not work better than placebo or could have side effects.

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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

  • Research Site

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85020, United States

  • Research Site

    Chicago, Illinois, 60602, United States

  • Research Site

    Richfield, Minnesota, 55423, United States

  • Research Site

    City of Saint Peters, Missouri, 63303, United States

  • Research Site

    Rochester, New York, 14609, United States

  • Research Site

    Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401, United States

  • Research Site

    Norman, Oklahoma, 73069, United States

  • Research Site

    Moncks Corner, South Carolina, 29461, United States

  • Research Site

    North Charleston, South Carolina, 29405, United States

  • Research Site

    Austin, Texas, 78704, United States

  • Research Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78240, United States