Study MK0767 and Metformin in Type 2 Diabetic Patients (0767-020)(COMPLETED)

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Purpose The purpose of the study is to assess how MK0767, compared to Metformin, performs in lowering blood glucose levels in patients whose Type II diabetes is not controlled by diet and exercise.
ConditionDiabetes Mellitus, Type 2
InterventionDrug: MK0767
Drug: Comparator: placebo (unspecified)
Drug: Comparator: metformin
PhasePhase 3
SponsorMerck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Responsible PartyMerck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
ClinicalTrials.gov IdentifierNCT00543361
First ReceivedOctober 5, 2007
Last UpdatedFebruary 18, 2014
Last verifiedFebruary 2014

Tracking Information[ + expand ][ + ]

First Received DateOctober 5, 2007
Last Updated DateFebruary 18, 2014
Start DateMay 2003
Estimated Primary Completion DateDecember 2003
Current Primary Outcome MeasuresThis study will assess the lipid lowering effectiveness of MK0767 compared to metformin over the course of 52 weeks. [Time Frame: over the course of 52 weeks] [Designated as safety issue: No]
Current Secondary Outcome MeasuresMK0767 will be safe and well tolerated. [Time Frame: over the course of 52 weeks] [Designated as safety issue: Yes]

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Brief TitleStudy MK0767 and Metformin in Type 2 Diabetic Patients (0767-020)(COMPLETED)
Official TitleA Double-Blind, Randomized, Active-Controlled MK0767 and Metformin Comparator Study in Type 2 Diabetic Patients Inadequately Controlled on Diet and Exercise
Brief Summary
The purpose of the study is to assess how MK0767, compared to Metformin, performs in
lowering blood glucose levels in patients whose Type II diabetes is not controlled by diet
and exercise.
Detailed DescriptionNot Provided
Study TypeInterventional
Study PhasePhase 3
Study DesignAllocation: Randomized, Endpoint Classification: Safety/Efficacy Study, Intervention Model: Single Group Assignment, Masking: Double Blind (Subject, Investigator), Primary Purpose: Treatment
ConditionDiabetes Mellitus, Type 2
InterventionDrug: MK0767
Duration of Treatment: 52 Weeks
Other Names:
MK0767Drug: Comparator: placebo (unspecified)
Duration of Treatment: 52 Weeks
Drug: Comparator: metformin
Duration of Treatment: 52 Weeks
Study Arm (s)Not Provided

Recruitment Information[ + expand ][ + ]

Recruitment StatusTerminated
Estimated Enrollment382
Estimated Completion DateDecember 2003
Estimated Primary Completion DateDecember 2003
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

- Patients are men and non-pregnant women ages 21 to 78 years

- Patients either not on antihyperglycemic medications (>8 weeks), or being treated
with a single oral antihyperglycemic agent & willing to discontinue therapy for the
duration of the study

Exclusion Criteria:

- Patient has history of type 1 diabetes mellitus and or history of ketoacidosis

- Patients undergoing surgery within 30 days of Visit 1

- Patients taking Warfin or Warfin-like anticoagulants

- Patients on a weight loss program with on-going weight loss or starting an intensive
exercise program within 4 weeks of Visit 1/Week 9
GenderBoth
Ages21 Years
Accepts Healthy VolunteersNo
ContactsNot Provided
Location CountriesNot Provided

Administrative Information[ + expand ][ + ]

NCT Number NCT00543361
Other Study ID Numbers0767-020
Has Data Monitoring CommitteeNot Provided
Information Provided ByMerck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Study SponsorMerck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
CollaboratorsNot Provided
Investigators Study Director: Medical Monitor Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
Verification DateFebruary 2014