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Aramchol meglumine

Phase 1

Healthy | Small molecule | Other |Galmed Pharmaceuticals Ltd.|Last Updated: Jun 1, 2026

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Trial Design

RandomizedACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment16

FDA Designations

BREAKTHROUGH_THERAPY

Clinical trial landscape

Aramchol meglumine · 1 trial · 1 indication

Phase 1 1
NCT06502561Comparing The PK Of Aramchol Meglumine Granules To Aramchol Free Acid TabletsHealthy
COMPLETED16 Analytics
PHASE1COMPLETED
Comparing The PK Of Aramchol Meglumine Granules To Aramchol Free Acid Tablets
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Cmax of Aramchol
8 days 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.

Observed maximal concentration after administration

AUClast of Aramchol
8 days. 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.

Area under the concentration/time curve to the last measurable concentration, calculated by the trapezoidal rule from time 0 h to last observed concentration at time t

AUCinf of Aramchol
8 days. 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.

Area under the concentration/time curve, from time 0 h extrapolated to infinity

Secondary Endpoints

Tmax of Aramchol
24 days. 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.
λz of Aramchol
8 days. 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.
t½ of Aramchol
24 days. 19 blood samples were drawn in each study period: within 10 minutes pre-dose and 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,14, 18, 24, 30, 36, 48 (Day 3), 72 (Day 4), 96 (Day 5), 120 (Day 6), 144(Day 7), 168 hours (Day 8) post-dose.
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelCROSSOVER
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Subjects receiving a single 400 mg dose of Aramchol meglumine in Period 1EXPERIMENTALA single 400 mg dose of Aramchol meglumine will be administered to all study subjects in Period 1.
Subjects receiving a second dose of Aramchol meglumine or Aramchol free acid in Period 2ACTIVE_COMPARATORIn Period 2, study subjects will be randomized 1:1 to receive Aramchol meglumine or 300 mg tablet of Aramchol free acid (Reference)
Subjects receiving a second dose of Aramchol meglumine or Aramchol free acid in Period 3ACTIVE_COMPARATORIn Period 3, study subjects will be randomized 1:1 to receive Aramchol meglumine or 300 mg tablet of Aramchol free acid (Reference)

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
Aramchol meglumineDRUGAramchol meglumine is a salt form of Aramchol free acid
Aramchol free acidDRUGAramchol free acid is a fatty acid-bile acid conjugate
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 45 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersYes
Study Sites1

Inclusion Criteria: 1. Male or female subjects 2. Age between 18 and 45 years (inclusive of the date of signing the informed consent form) 3. Male subjects must be using two acceptable methods of contraception (e.g., spermicidal gel plus condom) for the entire duration of the study, and up to the s...

Countries:Bulgaria
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

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Frequently asked questions about Aramchol meglumine

What is Aramchol meglumine used for?

Aramchol meglumine is an investigational small molecule being studied in healthy volunteers. It is currently in Phase 1 clinical development, with a completed trial comparing its pharmacokinetics to Aramchol free acid tablets. It has not been approved for any indication.

Who makes Aramchol meglumine?

Aramchol meglumine is being developed by Galmed Pharmaceuticals Ltd., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol GLMD. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's pharmacokinetic profile in healthy subjects.

What phase is Aramchol meglumine in?

Aramchol meglumine is in Phase 1 clinical development. A Phase 1 trial has been completed, and the drug is not yet approved. It has received a Breakthrough Therapy designation from the FDA, though it remains investigational.

What clinical trials is Aramchol meglumine in?

Aramchol meglumine has one completed clinical trial, NCT06502561, titled 'Comparing The PK Of Aramchol Meglumine Granules To Aramchol Free Acid Tablets.' This Phase 1 study enrolled 16 healthy volunteers in Bulgaria and was active-controlled, though not double-blinded.

Is Aramchol meglumine the same as Aramchol?

Aramchol meglumine is a salt form of Aramchol, the free acid. The completed trial specifically compared the pharmacokinetics of Aramchol meglumine granules to Aramchol free acid tablets, indicating they are distinct formulations of the same active moiety.