New Alzheimer's drug shows promise in early trial

NCT ID NCT06774261

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

Summary

This study tested a new drug called phenserine in 16 people with early or mild Alzheimer's disease. The goal was to see how it affects brain cell health and inflammation compared to the standard drug donepezil. Participants took the drug for 8 weeks and had regular checkups. The study focused on safety and changes in biomarkers, not on curing the disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Alzheimer disease Cognitive Dysfunction

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Stavanger University Hospital

    Stavanger, Norway

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