ABP-745 to reduce atherosclerotic plaque in people with ASCVD
Official title: A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Phase II Study to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, and Population Pharmacokinetics (PopPK) Profile of ABP-745 in Patients With Atherosclerosis
Run by Atom Therapeutics Co., Ltd · NCT07303777 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This trial will test whether ABP-745 reduces atherosclerotic plaque over 52 weeks in adults (18–75) with ASCVD who are already taking oral lipid-lowering therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Phase 2 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Ages | 18 Years to 75 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Atom Therapeutics Co., Ltd Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 33 sites (Beverly Hills, California and 32 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 23, 2026 |
| Main results expected | January 2028 |
| Study ends | April 2028 |
| Registry record updated | April 28, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT07303777 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adults aged 18–75 with documented coronary atherosclerosis who weigh at least 40 kg, are on oral lipid-lowering therapy, and can comply with study procedures (including agreed contraception if applicable) are the intended candidates.
✕Probably not a fit
People with a recent stroke (within 6 months), uncontrolled arrhythmia, recent major surgery, active or recent cancer, those outside the specified age/weight ranges, or not on oral lipid-lowering therapy are unlikely to be eligible or to receive benefit.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is a multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase 2 trial comparing three dose levels of ABP-745 against placebo in adults with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Participants will remain on their routine oral lipid-lowering therapy and be randomized to one of four arms (three ABP-745 doses or placebo). The study will collect safety data, population pharmacokinetics (PopPK), and imaging-based measures of atherosclerotic plaque, with the primary efficacy measurement at 52 weeks of treatment. Clinical visits and assessments will track adverse events and plaque changes over the treatment period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, ABP-745 could reduce plaque burden and potentially lower future cardiovascular risk beyond standard lipid-lowering therapy.
How similar studies have gone: Some other lipid- and plaque-targeting therapies (for example PCSK9 inhibitors) have reduced plaque or cardiovascular events, but ABP-745 appears to be a novel agent with limited prior human efficacy data.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Unless otherwise specified, subjects must meet all of the following criteria at screening: * Diagnosed with coronary at herosclerosis, and coronary angiography. * Male or female at 18-75 years of age (inclusive). * Weight ≥40 kg. * Currently using any oral lipid-lowering therapy. * Able to understand and willing to sign an ICF and comply with study requirements. * A woman or man of childbearing potential agreeing to use medically approved contraceptive methods from the screening until 3 months after the last study dose. Exclusion Criteria: Unless otherwise specified, subjects are excluded from the study if any of the following criteria is met: * History of stroke within the past 6 months. * Uncontrolled arrhythmia within 3 months prior to screening. * Evidence of any active or suspected cancer within 3 years prior to the screening. * Having undergone any major surgery within 3 months prior to the screening or planning to undergo any major surgery during the study. * Presence or suspicion of ongoing of any serious infection. * Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.
Where it's running
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The Zhongshan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University
Shanghai, China Recruiting -
Cardiovascular Research Foundation of Southern California
Beverly Hills, California, United States Not yet recruiting -
Cardiovascular Institute of San Diego INC
San Diego, California, United States Not yet recruiting -
The Lundquist Institute
Torrance, California, United States Not yet recruiting -
Washington University School of Medicine, St.louis
St Louis, Missouri, United States Not yet recruiting -
NovaTrails
Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Not yet recruiting
Show 27 more locations
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University of the Sunshine Coast Clinical Trials Unit - Morayfield
Morayfield, Queensland, Australia Not yet recruiting -
Core Research Group Pty Ltd
Brisbane, Australia Not yet recruiting -
UniSC Clinical Trials (Brisbane)
Brisbane, Australia Not yet recruiting -
Cognivus
Wahroonga, Australia Not yet recruiting -
Beijing Friendship Hospital, Capital Medical University
Beijing, China Not yet recruiting -
Peking Union Medical College Hospital
Beijing, China Not yet recruiting -
Peking University First Hospital
Beijing, China Not yet recruiting -
Xuanwu Hospital Capital Medical University
Beijing, China Not yet recruiting -
Dalian Second Hospital
Dalian, China Not yet recruiting -
Guangdong Province Hospital
Guangzhou, China Not yet recruiting -
Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine
Hangzhou, China Not yet recruiting -
The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University school of medicine
Hangzhou, China Not yet recruiting -
Zhejiang Provincial People's Hospital
Hangzhou, China Not yet recruiting -
Jinan Central Hospital
Jinan, China Not yet recruiting -
Jiangsu Province Hospital
Nanjing, China Not yet recruiting -
Nanjing Drum Tower Hospital
Nanjing, China Not yet recruiting -
Huashan Hospital Fudan University
Shanghai, China Not yet recruiting -
Renji Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, China Not yet recruiting -
Shanghai General Hospital
Shanghai, China Not yet recruiting -
The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University
Suzhou, China Not yet recruiting -
Tianjin General Hospital
Tianjin, China Not yet recruiting -
Renmin Hospital of Wuhan University
Wuhan, China Not yet recruiting -
Wuxi People's Hospital
Wuxi, China Not yet recruiting -
Shaanxi Provincial People's Hospital
Xi'an, China Not yet recruiting -
The First Affiliated Hospital of Xian Jiaotong University
Xi'an, China Not yet recruiting -
The Second Affiliated Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University
Xi'an, China Not yet recruiting -
The Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou Medical College
Xuzhou, China Not yet recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Qiang Shi
- Email: qiang.shi@atombp.com
- Phone: 86+ 19117302212
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.