Can a drug stop muscle loss in lung cancer? new trial aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07663630

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Pfizer Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This early-stage trial tests whether the drug ponsegromab can help adults with advanced non-small cell lung cancer who are losing muscle mass (cachexia). About 80 participants will receive either ponsegromab or a placebo. The study measures changes in muscle size and physical function, like walking distance and daily activity.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

ponsegromab

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a treatment to help people with lung cancer maintain muscle strength and daily function.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1b trial with only 80 participants, so results may not lead to a proven therapy. The drug may not improve muscle mass or function as hoped.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Anorexia Cachexia Fatigue neoplasm non-small cell lung carcinoma Weight Loss

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

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