New drug called RES-010 could change how obesity is treated. Unlike today’s medications, which mostly reduce appetite, RES-010 works by reprogramming how the body processes fat and energy. It blocks a molecule called miR-22, which influences fat storage, energy use, and how fat tissue functions.
In animal studies, weekly injections of RES-010 led to significant fat loss without cutting food intake. Importantly, the animals didn’t quickly regain weight after stopping treatment. Compared to semaglutide, a well-known weight loss drug, RES-010 preserved muscle mass while focusing on fat reduction. when used together, the two drugs provided strong and lasting results, with minimal rebound after treatment ended.
So far, safety tests in animals show no major concerns. Human trials have already begun in the Netherlands, involving people with overweight or obesity.
Researchers expect first results in 2026. If successful, RES-010 could offer a new way to achieve long-term weight control by targeting the root of metabolic problems rather than just appetite.
RES-010 is an antisense oligonucleotide targeting microRNA-22 to treat obesity by reprogramming fat metabolism and boosting energy use. Preclinical studies show significant fat loss with lean mass preservation and less weight regain after stopping therapy. It entered Phase 1 human trials in 2024, with results expected by mid-2026.
It sounds quite promising! What excites me the most is that RES-010 is more than just reducing appetite it is also changing how the body handles fat and energy. If it actually aids in muscle preservation and lowers rebound weight gain, it might revolutionize the way such medications are used today. Of course, we’ll have to wait and see how safe and successful it is in humans, but it feels like a step toward treating the underlying causes of obesity rather than simply the symptoms.
Incredibly promising new drug that targets the root metabolic causes of obesity, rather than just controlling appetite. It’s an exciting reminder of how pharmaceutical innovation can lead to new hope for millions.
It’s still very early (Phase 1) — safety in humans is not yet fully established.
Long-term effects unknown. miR-22 has multiple roles; off-target effects could happen.
Cost, dosing, availability, side effects in diverse populations (including India) unknown.
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