New antibody trial aims to block severe COVID-19
NCT ID NCT07445971
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This early-stage study is testing an experimental antibody called MDX2301 to see if it can help prevent severe COVID-19 in healthy adults and those at higher risk. About 80 participants will receive either the antibody or a placebo, given as an injection or infusion. The main goal is to check safety and how the body processes the drug.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- MDX2301 (an experimental antibody)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a new antibody-based prevention for severe COVID-19, especially for people at higher risk.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very early Phase 1 study with only 80 participants, so safety and effectiveness are not yet proven. The results may not lead to a widely available treatment.
Why investors are watching
OPKO Health, through its ModeX Therapeutics unit, is running an early-stage trial of MDX2301, a preventive treatment for COVID-19. The study tests safety and immune response in 80 healthy and high-risk adults across three delivery methods. For a small company, this readout matters because it is the first human test of a product that could add a new prevention option to its pipeline.
If it works: A positive safety and neutralizing activity result could support further development of MDX2301 as a COVID-19 prevention. That would give OPKO a potential new product candidate in a market where prevention remains relevant.
If it fails: Early-stage trials often fail on safety or dosing, and this one is no exception. A poor result or delay could set back the program and hurt OPKO's pipeline prospects.
AI-written from the trial record. Speculative, and not investment advice.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
-
Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
-
About 80 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
-
Mar 2026
- Expected to finish
-
Dec 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- 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 to 64 years
- Sex
-
Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
-
Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
Show the full entry requirements Hide the full entry requirements
Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria Healthy Adults 1. Participant is a healthy male or female, 18 to 64 years of age. 2. Participant is in good health in the opinion of the investigator. Adults at Higher Risk for Developing Severe COVID-19: 3. Participant is a male or female, 18 to 64 years of age. 4. Participant is at higher risk for developing severe COVID-19, with 1 or more of the following risk factors: 1. Asthma 2. Diabetes 3. Cerebrovascular disease, which affects blood flow to the brain. 4. Chronic kidney disease 5. Chronic lung disease 6. Cardiac disease 7. Chronic liver disease 8. Cystic fibrosis 9. HIV clinically stable on antiretroviral therapy for at least 6 months prior to screening. 10. Sickle cell disease or thalassemia 5. Participant is clinically stable with no clinically significant abnormalities. 6. Participant has not been hospitalized within the 12 months prior to screening or is not expected to be hospitalized during the study due to underlying medical conditions. All Participants 7. Female participants of childbearing potential must have a negative urine pregnancy test. 8. Female participants of childbearing potential must agree to follow instructions for a highly effective birth control method. 9. Participant is able to understand and sign the informed consent form prior to undergoing any study procedures. 10. Participant is willing and able to comply with scheduled visits and procedures. Exclusion Criteria: Healthy Adults 1. Participant has any chronic or significant medical condition that, in the opinion of the investigator, might compromise the participant's safety or interfere with evaluation of the study drug. 2. Participant has evidence of active HIV, hepatitis B, or hepatitis C infections at screening. Adults at Higher Risk for Severe COVID-19: 3. Participant has any serious disease, condition, or disorder that, in the opinion of the investigator, might compromise the participant's safety or interfere with evaluation of the study drug or interpretation of study results, or may lead to hospitalization or death within the study period. 4. Participant has evidence of active hepatitis B or hepatitis C infections at screening. All Participants 5. Participant has abnormal vital signs, ECG findings, or laboratory values at Screening or Day -1. 6. Participant tests positive for SARS-CoV-2 infection at screening. 7. Participant self-reports having COVID-19 or received COVID-19 antiviral for prophylaxis or treatment prior to Day 1. 8. Participant has received a SARS-CoV-2 vaccine prior to dosing. 9. Participant has received a monoclonal antibody (mAb) for SARS-CoV-2 or convalescent plasma for SARS-CoV-2 prior to Day 1. 10. Participant has received or is expected to receive for the duration of the study immunoglobulin, blood-derived products, high-dose systemic corticosteroids, or other immunosuppressant drugs within 6 months prior to Day 1. 11. Participant is pregnant, breastfeeding, or seeking pregnancy while on the study. 12. Participant with a known clinically significant bleeding disorder that would prohibit the participant from receiving an IV infusion or IM or SC injection. 13. Participant had major surgery within 30 days prior to Day 1. 14. Participant has donated blood prior to screening. 15. Participant has any skin condition and/or tattoo that may interfere with the evaluation of safety at the injection site. 16. Participant has a history of alcoholism or illicit drug use prior to screening or a positive test for drugs of abuse at screening or on Day -1. 17. Participant is a current smoker or user of other nicotine containing products on a daily basis. 18. Participant has received an investigational product within 30 days prior to Day 1. 19. Participant has a known hypersensitivity to any components of MDX2301, any of its excipients or closely related compounds. For All Participants, Temporary Exclusions for Randomization on Day 1 if Remains within the Screening Window: 20. Participant has any acute illness, within 3 days of Day 1. 21. Participant has vital signs considered by the investigator to be clinically significant prior to study drug administration. 22. Participant has had close contact with anyone confirmed to have SARS-CoV-2 infection within the 7 days prior to Day 1. 23. Any acute drug therapy prescribed by a physician within 7 days prior to Day 1.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for COVID-19 are added.
Genom att skicka in godkänner du våra Användarvillkor
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.
How to take part
Only the study team decides who joins. These are the ways to reach them.
-
The study's own enquiry address
This study publishes an address for enquiries. See it below .
-
The places running it
2 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.
-
The official record
ClinicalTrials.gov lists the study team's own contact details, including names and phone numbers. We don't republish those.
-
A doctor treating you
A doctor who knows your case can contact a study site on your behalf, and can tell you whether this study is worth pursuing at all.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
Genom att skicka in godkänner du våra Användarvillkor
Study contacts
-
Contact
Email: •••••@•••••
Locations
-
TrialMed Clinical Research Unit
RECRUITINGLas Vegas, Nevada, 89113, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
-
TrialMed Clinical Research Unit
RECRUITINGAustin, Texas, 78744, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Does COVID-19 hide in the gut? scientists probe stool for clues
- Blood samples and health records could reveal why some COVID-19 cases turn severe
- Home antibody tests put to the test: can you read your own COVID-19 result?
- Can lung ultrasound reveal COVID-19's signature in the lungs?
- When the immune system Can't fight back: tracking three respiratory viruses
- The household maze: how does COVID-19 move between family members?