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KAI-7535

Phase 2

Obesity | Small molecule | Metabolic |Kailera Therapeutics, Inc.|Last Updated: Jul 28, 2026

Target and mechanism

Molecular targetGLP-1 receptor
Target classReceptor
ModalitySmall molecule

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials2
Total Enrollment338

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

Clinical trial landscape

KAI-7535 · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 2 1Phase 1 1
NCT07497880Efficacy and Safety of Oral KAI-7535 in Adult Participants Living With Obesity or Overweight With at Least 1 Weight-Related ComorbidityObesity
RECRUITING320 Analytics
PHASE2RECRUITING
Efficacy and Safety of Oral KAI-7535 in Adult Participants Living With Obesity or Overweight With at Least 1 Weight-Related Comorbidity
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Percent Change from Baseline in Body Weight at Week 44 for Participants Without Diabetes Mellitus
Baseline, Week 44
Time to Maximum Observed Concentration (Tmax) of KAI-7535
Pre-dose and up to 60 hours post-dose
Maximum Observed Concentration (Cmax) of KAI-7535
Pre-dose and up to 60 hours post-dose
Area Under the Concentration-time Curve From 0 to Time of Last Quantifiable Concentration (AUC0-t) of KAI-7535
Pre-dose and up to 60 hours post-dose
Area Under the Concentration-time Curve From 0 to Infinity (AUC0-inf) of KAI-7535
Pre-dose and up to 60 hours post-dose

Secondary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in Body Weight at Week 44 for Participants Without Diabetes Mellitus
Baseline, Week 44
Change from Baseline in Body Mass Index (BMI) at Week 44 for Participants Without Diabetes Mellitus
Baseline, Week 44
Percentage of Participants at Week 44 with ≥5% and ≥10% Reduction in Body Weight for Participants Without Diabetes Mellitus
Week 44
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingQUADRUPLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
KAI-7535: Dose Schedule 1EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 once daily.
KAI-7535: Dose Schedule 2EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 once daily.
KAI-7535: Dose Schedule 3EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 once daily.
KAI-7535: Dose Schedule 4EXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 once daily.
PlaceboPLACEBO_COMPARATORParticipants will receive placebo matched to KAI-7535 once daily.
KAI-7535: Morning Dosing, FedEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 in the morning following a meal on dosing days.
KAI-7535: Morning Dosing, FastedEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 in the morning following an overnight fast on dosing days.
KAI-7535: Evening DosingEXPERIMENTALParticipants will receive KAI-7535 in the evening on dosing days.

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
KAI-7535DRUGOral tablets
PlaceboDRUGOral tablets
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to 75 Years
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites36

Key Inclusion Criteria: * For participants without diabetes mellitus at screening and on Day 1, BMI ≥30 kilograms/square meter (kg/m\^2) or BMI ≥27 kg/m\^2 and a previous diagnosis of at least 1 of the following: * Hypertension * Dyslipidemia * Obstructive sleep apnea * Cardiovascular dise...

Countries:United StatesAustralia
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Frequently asked questions about KAI-7535

What is KAI-7535 used for?

KAI-7535 is an investigational oral small molecule being developed for obesity and overweight. It is studied in adults living with obesity or overweight, including those with at least one weight-related comorbidity. The drug is in clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA.

What does KAI-7535 target?

KAI-7535 targets the GLP-1 receptor, a receptor involved in metabolic regulation. By acting on this receptor, the drug is being studied for its potential effects on weight management in people with obesity or overweight. It is administered orally as a small molecule.

Who makes KAI-7535?

KAI-7535 is being developed by Kailera Therapeutics, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company. The company's ticker symbol is KLRA. Kailera is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of KAI-7535 in participants with obesity or overweight.

What phase is KAI-7535 in?

KAI-7535 is currently in Phase 2 clinical development. A Phase 2 trial is recruiting participants to evaluate the efficacy and safety of oral KAI-7535 in adults with obesity or overweight who have at least one weight-related comorbidity. The drug is investigational and not yet approved.

What clinical trials is KAI-7535 in?

KAI-7535 has two clinical trials. NCT07497880 is a Phase 2, randomized, double-blind, controlled study in adults with obesity or overweight and at least one comorbidity, recruiting 320 participants in the US and Australia. NCT07294898 is a completed Phase 1 study of 18 participants examining the effect of a low-fat meal and evening dosing.

Is KAI-7535 the same as any other drug?

KAI-7535 is the sole name provided for this investigational drug. No alternative names have been reported. It is a distinct small molecule being developed by Kailera Therapeutics for obesity and overweight, and it is not known to be identical to any other marketed or investigational agent.