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New Slow-Release pill for narcolepsy passes early safety check

NCT ID NCT07051252

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

Summary

This early-phase study tested a new slow-release form of pitolisant (HBS-201) in 46 adults with narcolepsy. The goal was to see if starting at a full dose is tolerable. Participants took the drug for 14 days, and researchers tracked side effects and dropouts.

What this could mean

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Active substance
pitolisant delayed-release (HBS-201)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to a more convenient once-daily pill for managing narcolepsy symptoms like excessive daytime sleepiness.
What could go wrong
This is an early Phase 1b study focused on tolerability, not effectiveness. The small size (46 people) and short duration mean results may not apply broadly.

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Study facts

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Phase

Phase 1

The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.

Participants

46 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1\. Has a current documented diagnosis of narcolepsy type 1 or narcolepsy type 2 per International Classification of Sleep Disorders, 3rd Edition (ICSD-3) criteria. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Has hypersomnolence due to another medical disorder. 2. Is currently taking or has taken WAKIX (pitolisant). 3. Has participated in an interventional research study involving another investigational medication, device, or behavioral treatment within 30 days or within 5 half-lives of the investigational medication prior to Screening. 4. Based on the judgment of the Investigator, is unsuitable for the study for any reason, including but not limited to unstable or uncontrolled medical conditions (including psychiatric and neurological conditions) or a medical condition that might interfere with the conduct of the study, confound interpretation of study results, pose a health risk to the participant, or compromise the integrity of the study.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Harmony Site 1

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45245, United States

  • Harmony Site 10

    Denver, North Carolina, 28037, United States

  • Harmony Site 11

    Troy, Michigan, 48085, United States

  • Harmony Site 12

    North Charleston, South Carolina, 29406, United States

  • Harmony Site 13

    Newton, Massachusetts, 02459, United States

  • Harmony Site 14

    Brandon, Florida, 33511, United States

  • Harmony Site 15

    Wyomissing, Pennsylvania, 19610, United States

  • Harmony Site 2

    Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States

  • Harmony Site 3

    Austin, Texas, 78731, United States

  • Harmony Site 4

    Miami, Florida, 33176, United States

  • Harmony Site 5

    Columbia, South Carolina, 29201, United States

  • Harmony Site 6

    Canton, Ohio, 44718, United States

  • Harmony Site 7

    Morgantown, West Virginia, 26506, United States

  • Harmony Site 8

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30328, United States

  • Harmony Site 9

    San Ramon, California, 94583, United States

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