MK 1167
Alternative Names: MK-1167Latest Information Update: 27 Feb 2026
At a glance
- Originator Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Class Antidementias; Small molecules
- Mechanism of Action Alpha7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor modulators
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Orphan Drug Status
No
Orphan designation is assigned by a regulatory body to encourage companies to develop drugs for rare diseases.
- New Molecular Entity Yes
Highest Development Phases
- Phase II Alzheimer's disease
Most Recent Events
- 06 Feb 2026 Merck Sharp & Dohme initiates phase I trial for Healthy volunteers in USA (NCT07334860)
- 19 Jan 2026 Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC plans a phase I trial in healthy volunteers (PO) in February 2026 (NCT07334860)
- 18 Dec 2025 Merck Sharp & Dohme initiates enrolment in a phase I trial for Healthy volunteers in USA (NCT07266818)