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TAK-559 + metformin

Development stage
Discontinued
Lead developer
Takeda
Modality
Small Molecules
Administration
Oral
01

Overview

TAK-559 + metformin is an investigational combination therapy for type 2 diabetes. TAK-559 is a novel small molecule that acts as a dual agonist of human peroxisome proliferator–activated receptor gamma 1 (PPARγ1) and peroxisome proliferator–activated receptor alpha (PPARα), with partial agonist activity at PPARγ1 and slight activity at PPARδ. This mechanism aims to improve insulin sensitivity and lipid metabolism. Metformin, a biguanide, reduces hepatic glucose production, decreases intestinal absorption of glucose, and improves insulin sensitivity. The combination was studied to evaluate its safety and efficacy in patients with type 2 diabetes who require improved glycemic control[3][6].

Brand names
GlucophageGlucophage XR
Other names
metformin
02

Targets

ND1 (Mitochondrial electron transport chain complex I)PPARA (Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor alpha)PPARG (Peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma)PPARD (Peroxisome proliferator–activated receptor delta)

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