NCT07846033 A Phase 1 Study of VK3019 in Overweight and Obese Adults Without Comorbidities
| NCT ID | NCT07846033 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | Phase 1 |
| Sponsor | Viking Therapeutics, Inc. |
| Condition | Obese Adults |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 56 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-07-06 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-10-02 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
Phase 1 is the earliest stage of human testing — safety and dosage are the primary focus. Visits are frequent and medical supervision is intensive. You will be among the first people to receive this treatment.
This trial targets 56 participants in total. It began in 2026-07-06 with a primary completion date of 2026-10-02.
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Brief Summary
This is a Phase 1, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled single ascending dose (SAD) study to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of VK3019 in overweight and obese adults without comorbidities.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Must be capable of giving signed informed consent which includes compliance with the requirements and restrictions listed in the informed consent form (ICF). * Participants must be medically healthy, with no significant medical history, have no clinically significant abnormalities on physical examination at Screening and/or before administration of the initial dose of IP in the opinion of the Investigator. * Body mass index ≥ 27 kg/m2 and \< 40 kg/m2. * Willing to comply with contraceptive requirements. Exclusion Criteria: * Participants with any level of disease or organ system dysfunction as identified during physical examination, medical history or laboratory testing, as assessed by the Investigator. * Any surgical or medical condition (active or chronic) that may interfere with IP distribution, metabolism, excretion, or drug absorption. * History or presence of clinically significant acute or unstable cerebrovascular (stroke), hepatic, renal, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, immunological, endocrine, diabetes, hematological, oncological, or central nervous disorder that in the opinion of the Investigator would pose a significant risk for the participant. * Current or prior diagnosis of diabetes mellitus (including type 1, type 2, except gestational diabetes). * History of, or current, clinically significant liver disease, gallbladder disease (with the exception of Gilbert's Syndrome), as assessed by the Investigator. * History of drug or alcohol abuse (ie, \>14 drinks/week for women or 21 drinks/week for men \[1 drink = 150 mL of wine or 360 mL of beer or 45 mL of hard liquor\]) within 12 months of Screening.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07846033 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 60 Years, studying Obese Adults. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
What phase is the NCT07846033 trial and what does that mean for participants?
Phase 1 trials are the first stage of human testing. The primary goal is to assess safety and determine appropriate dosage levels. Participants are closely monitored. These trials typically involve a small number of volunteers.
Is NCT07846033 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07846033 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at clinicaltrials@vikingtherapeutics.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07846033 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Lake Forest, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07846033 clinical trial?
NCT07846033 is sponsored by Viking Therapeutics, Inc.. The trial plans to enroll 56 participants.