Investigating the safety and effects of BMS-986278 in healthy individuals

A Phase 1, Two-Part, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Randomized Study of the Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of BMS-986278 (Part A) and a Randomized, Double-blind, Positive-controlled, Placebo-controlled, 4-Period Crossover, Thorough QT/QTc Study to Evaluate the Effect of Multiple Doses of BMS-986278 on Cardiac Repolarization (Part B) in Healthy Participants

Phase 1 Interventional Bristol-Myers Squibb · NCT06746402

This study is testing a new drug called BMS-986278 in healthy people to see if it's safe and how it affects heart function compared to a placebo and another medication.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment42 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 55 Years
SexAll
SponsorBristol-Myers Squibb Industry-sponsored
Locations2 sites (San Antonio, Texas and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06746402 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of BMS-986278 in healthy participants. It will also assess the drug's impact on cardiac repolarization as measured by ECG intervals. Participants will receive either BMS-986278, a placebo, or moxifloxacin to compare effects. The study is designed to ensure that only healthy individuals, as determined by various medical assessments, are included.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are healthy adult males and females not of childbearing potential with a BMI between 18.0 and 32.0 kg/m2.

Not a fit: Patients with significant acute or chronic medical illnesses or a history of cardiovascular disease may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into the safety and cardiac effects of BMS-986278, potentially leading to its use in treating various conditions.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies investigating similar pharmacokinetic and safety profiles of new drugs have shown success, indicating a promising approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Female individuals not of childbearing potential (INOCBP) and males.
* Healthy as determined by medical history, physical examination, vital signs, 12-lead ECG, and clinical laboratory assessments.
* Body mass index (BMI) 18.0 to 32.0 kg/m2 , inclusive, for Parts A and B.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any significant acute or chronic medical illness as determined by the investigator.
* History of clinically relevant cardiac disease as determined by the investigator, symptomatic or asymptomatic arrhythmias, presyncope or syncopal episodes, or additional risk factors for ventricular arrhythmias.
* Any significant history of disease of the cardiovascular system that in the opinion of the Investigator makes the participant unsuitable for enrollment into the study.
* Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria apply.

Where this trial is running

San Antonio, Texas and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Healthy Volunteers
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.