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Clinical TrialAug 12, 2026, 04:07 PM

Aligos Initiates Phase 1 Study for ALG-170675 in Chronic HBV

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Aligos Therapeutics announced the initiation of a Phase 1 study for ALG-170675, an investigational next-generation antisense oligonucleotide (ASO) for chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. The study, conducted in China by partner Xiamen Amoytop Biotech, will evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of ALG-170675 in healthy participants, with a chronic HBV patient cohort expected in Q4 2026. ALG-170675 is optimized for HBsAg RNA inhibition and immuno-activation, aiming to enhance functional cure rates.

Key Highlights

  • Aligos initiated Phase 1 study for ALG-170675 in chronic HBV.
  • Study conducted in China by partner Xiamen Amoytop Biotech.
  • ALG-170675 is a next-generation antisense oligonucleotide (ASO).
  • Designed for functional cure in chronic hepatitis B virus (HBV).
  • Single (SAD) and multiple (MAD) ascending doses planned for healthy participants.
  • Chronic HBV patient cohort expected to start in Q4 2026.
  • ALG-170675 optimized for HBsAg RNA inhibition and immuno-activation.