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Eloralintide for Healthy Volunteers

Recruiting at 1 trial location
Age: 18+
Sex: Any
Trial Phase: Phase 1
Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company
No Placebo GroupAll trial participants will receive the active study treatment (no placebo)

What You Need to Know Before You Apply

What is the purpose of this trial?

This trial aims to test the safety and metabolism of two versions of a new drug called eloralintide. Participants will receive the drug via subcutaneous injection, and researchers will monitor the body's reactions over 13 weeks. Eligible participants must be generally healthy, with a body mass index (BMI) between 20.0 and 32.0, and free from diabetes or any serious medical conditions that could affect drug processing. As a Phase 1 trial, participants will be among the first to receive this new treatment, aiding researchers in understanding its effects in humans.

Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?

Research has shown that eloralintide is usually well-tolerated, but some people experience side effects. In studies, the most common issues included mild to moderate stomach-related symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. These side effects varied with the dose; higher doses generally caused more discomfort.

For instance, 11% of people taking 1 mg of eloralintide felt nauseous, while 64% of those on a 6 mg dose experienced nausea. Reports also included tiredness and mild reactions at the injection site. Serious side effects were rare, indicating that eloralintide is fairly safe for most people. However, individual experiences with the treatment can vary.12345

Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatments?

Eloralintide is unique because it is a peptide-based treatment being tested for its potential benefits in healthy volunteers. Unlike traditional treatments that may involve oral medications or intravenous delivery, Eloralintide is administered subcutaneously, directly under the skin, which can offer a more targeted and efficient delivery method. Researchers are excited about this treatment's potential due to its novel formulation, which might offer improved absorption and efficacy compared to existing options. Additionally, the development of both a reference and test formulation allows for a comprehensive understanding of its performance and potential advantages.

What evidence suggests that this trial's treatments could be effective?

Research has shown that eloralintide may aid in weight loss. One study found that participants lost between 9% and 20% of their body weight over 48 weeks, depending on the dose received. In contrast, those on a placebo (a treatment with no active ingredient) lost only 0.4% of their weight. Eloralintide targets a specific receptor that controls appetite and food intake, potentially helping individuals eat less and lose weight effectively. In this trial, participants will receive either the eloralintide reference formulation or the test formulation to evaluate its effects.15678

Who Is on the Research Team?

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Principal Investigator

Eli Lilly and Company

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

This trial is for healthy adults who do not have any significant medical conditions. Participants should generally be in good health and able to complete all study visits.

Inclusion Criteria

Are overtly healthy as determined by medical evaluation
Have a body mass index (BMI) within the range of 20.0 to 32.0 kilogram per square meter (kg/m2), inclusive

Exclusion Criteria

Have significant previous or current history of comorbidities capable of significantly altering the absorption, metabolism, or elimination of drugs; of constituting a risk when taking the investigational product; or of interfering with the interpretation of data
Have obesity induced by other endocrinologic disorders, for example, Cushing syndrome, or diagnosed monogenetic or syndromic forms of obesity, for example, Melanocortin 4 Receptor deficiency or Prader Willi syndrome
I have used weight loss medication in the past 3 months.
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Timeline for a Trial Participant

Screening

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial

2-4 weeks

Inpatient Treatment

Participants receive single doses of two different eloralintide solutions administered subcutaneously

1 week
Inpatient stay

Follow-up

Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment

8-10 weeks

What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?

Interventions

  • Eloralintide

Trial Overview

The study is testing the safety and how the body processes two different forms of a new drug called eloralintide. All participants will receive the drug, and the study lasts about 13 weeks with screening, treatment, and follow-up.

How Is the Trial Designed?

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Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Eloralintide (Test)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: Eloralintide (Reference)Active Control1 Intervention

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Eli Lilly and Company

Lead Sponsor

Trials
2,708
Recruited
3,720,000+
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Dr. Daniel Skovronsky

Eli Lilly and Company

Chief Medical Officer since 2018

MD from Harvard Medical School

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David A. Ricks

Eli Lilly and Company

Chief Executive Officer since 2017

BSc from Purdue University, MBA from Indiana University

Citations

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