New blood thinner vicagrel tested against clopidogrel in healthy volunteers

NCT ID NCT07067775

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This early-stage study tested two blood-thinning drugs, vicagrel and clopidogrel, in 18 healthy adults with a specific gene type (CYP2C19 normal metabolizers). The goal was to compare how the body absorbs and processes each drug. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood and their effects on clotting. This is a first step to see if vicagrel might work better than the standard drug clopidogrel.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Vicagrel and clopidogrel

What this could lead to

If vicagrel shows better absorption or action than clopidogrel, it could lead to a more effective anti-clotting drug for heart patients.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, small study in 18 healthy people, not patients. Results may not predict real-world benefits or safety in those with heart conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

acute coronary syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The First Hospital of Jilin University

    Changchun, Jilin, China