New drug aims to boost brain energy in Parkinson's patients

NCT ID NCT07322887

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

Summary

This study tests whether a new drug called SUL-238 can improve energy production in brain cells of people with early, untreated Parkinson's disease. Forty-five participants will take either a low or high dose of SUL-238 or a placebo daily for 28 days. Researchers will use a special MRI scan to measure brain energy levels and check for side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

SUL-238

What this could lead to

If successful, this could point toward a new way to improve brain cell energy in early Parkinson's, potentially slowing disease progression.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial with only 45 people over 28 days. It measures brain chemistry changes, not symptoms or long-term outcomes, so success is uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Parkinson disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • CTC Netherlands BV

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    Groningen, 9713 GZ, Netherlands

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