New drug TISA-818 shows promise for ARDS in early trial

NCT ID NCT07319351

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

Summary

This phase II study tested an injectable drug called TISA-818-Inj in 57 adults with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), a severe lung condition. Participants received either a low dose, a high dose, or a placebo for 14 days. The main goal was to check safety, with secondary goals looking at how long patients needed breathing support. Results may help decide if larger studies are warranted.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
TISA-818-Inj (an injectable drug)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a new treatment option for ARDS, potentially reducing time on ventilators and improving survival.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (57 patients) focused on safety, so results may not confirm effectiveness. 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.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • China-Japan Friendship Hospital

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100029, China

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