Can a daily pill help shed pounds? a new trial puts HRS-7535 to the test.
NCT ID NCT06904105
First seen Jul 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 28, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This phase 3 trial is testing whether an experimental oral drug called HRS-7535 can help people with overweight or obesity lose weight. About 556 adults aged 18 to 75 with a body mass index (BMI) of 24 or higher (or 28 or higher) are taking either HRS-7535 or a placebo daily. Researchers are measuring weight loss and checking for side effects to see if the drug is both effective and safe.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- an experimental oral drug called HRS-7535
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a new oral medication for weight loss in people who are overweight or obese.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early phase 3 trial, so the drug may not prove effective or could have side effects. Results may not apply to everyone.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 3
Large-scale testing in a bigger group. Usually the last step before a treatment can be approved.
- Participants
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556 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Apr 2025
- Finished
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Jun 2026
- Lead sponsor
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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
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18 to 75 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: 1. On the day of signing the informed consent form, the age should be between 18 and 75 years old. 2. At the screening period, the Body Mass Index (BMI) should meet the criteria of ≥ 28.0 kg/m², or ≥ 24.0 kg/m² with at least one weight-related comorbidity, such as hyperglycemia, hypertension, dyslipidemia, obstructive sleep apnea, or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. 3. The participant should have controlled their diet and exercise for 3 months or more prior to screening and randomization, and the weight change in the past 3 months should not exceed 5%. 4. Before the trial, the participants must voluntarily sign the informed consent form, fully understand the trial content, procedures and potential adverse reactions, and have the ability and willingness to comply with the protocol requirements to complete this study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. At the screening period, relevant laboratory test results are abnormal. 2. Electrocardiogram (ECG) results at the screening period show clinically significant abnormalities. 3. Uncontrolled severe hypertension at the screening period. 4. Presence of endocrine diseases that may significantly affect the body weight. 5. History of acute or chronic pancreatitis. 6. History of significant gastrointestinal diseases. 7. Severe infections, significant trauma, or major surgery within 30 days prior to screening, as judged by the investigator. 8. Use of medications or treatments that may cause significant weight gain or loss within 90 days prior to screening. 9. Known or suspected abuse of alcohol or narcotics. 10. Any condition deemed by the investigator to be unsuitable for participation in this clinical trial.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Chinese PLA General Hospital
Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100039, China
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