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Trial reportDiabetes & metabolism journal2026

Efficacy and Safety of HD-6277, a Novel G Protein-Coupled Receptor 40 Agonist, in Individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Parallel-Group, Multicenter Phase 2 Clinical Trial.

Yong-Ho Lee, Kyung Wan Min, Jun Hwa Hong, Soo Lim, Jae Myung Yu, Choon Hee Chung, Jun Sung Moon, Jong Chul Won, Chul Woo Ahn, Jie-Eun Lee and 2 more

Abstract readClinical Trial, Phase IIRandomized Controlled TrialMulticenter Study
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Trial report in Diabetes & metabolism journal, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 · Who and what money

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12 authors.

Yong-Ho LeeDepartment of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Kyung Wan MinDepartment of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Nowon Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University, Seoul, Korea.
Jun Hwa HongDepartment of Internal Medicine, Daejeon Eulji Medical Center, Eulji University, Daejeon, Korea.
Soo LimDepartment of Internal Medicine, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seongnam, Korea.
Jae Myung YuDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Hallym University Kangnam Sacred Heart Hospital, College of Medicine, Hallym University, Seoul, Korea.
Choon Hee ChungDepartment of Internal Medicine and Research Institute of Metabolism and Inflammation, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea.
Jun Sung MoonDepartment of Internal Medicine, Yeungnam University College of Medicine, Daegu, Korea.
Jong Chul WonDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Gimpo Woori Hospital, Gimpo, Korea.
Chul Woo AhnDivision of Endocrinology, Department of Internal Medicine, Gangnam Severance Hospital, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Jie-Eun LeeDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, CHA Gangnam Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.
Tae Nyun KimDivision of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea.
Byung-Wan LeeDepartment of Internal Medicine, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea.

Funding

Hyundai Pharmaceutical Co. Ltd.
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgruoundThis study assessed the efficacy and safety of HD-6277, a novel oral G protein-coupled receptor 40 (GPR40) agonist in adults with inadequate control of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).

methodsThis double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled phase 2 trial recruited 112 individuals aged 18-75 years with T2DM and glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels between 7.0% and 10.0% while on diet and exercise alone for at least 8 weeks before screening. Parallel-group randomized trials of HD-6277 (50 and 100 mg groups vs. placebo) were conducted for 12 weeks. The primary outcome was the change in HbA1c levels from baseline to week 12. Secondary outcomes included changes in HbA1c, fasting plasma glucose (FPG), postprandial glucose, insulin, glycoalbumin, and C-peptide at weeks 4, 8, and 12.

resultsAt week 12, HD-6277 at 50 and 100 mg demonstrated statistically significant reductions in HbA1c compared to placebo, with least square (LS) mean differences of -0.73% (95% confidence interval [CI], -1.11 to -0.35; P=0.0002) and -0.85% (95% CI, -1.21 to -0.50; P<0.0001), respectively. Both doses also produced clinically meaningful reductions in FPG. Additionally, HD- 6277 at 100 mg significantly increased the insulinogenic index compared to placebo, with an LS mean difference of 1.91 (95% CI, 0.34 to 3.48; P=0.0175). No clinically relevant treatment-related adverse events were observed.

conclusionHD-6277 at 50 and 100 mg improved glycemic control and was well-tolerated in adults with T2DM inadequately managed with diet and exercise. GPR40 agonists may offer a promising new therapeutic option for T2DM.

Indexed as

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2Hypoglycemic AgentsReceptors, G-Protein-CoupledAdolescentAdultAgedBlood GlucoseDouble-Blind MethodFemaleGlycated HemoglobinHumansMaleMiddle AgedTreatment OutcomeYoung AdultBlood GlucoseFFAR1 protein, humanGlycated Hemoglobinhemoglobin A1c protein, humanHypoglycemic AgentsReceptors, G-Protein-CoupledClinical trialClinical trial, phase IIDiabetes mellitusDiabetes mellitus, type 2Glycated serum albuminRandomized controlled trialReceptors, G-protein-coupled

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PMID41407446
PMCPMC13175692

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