Description
MK-8666 is a partial GPCR (G-protein-coupled receptor) agonist that is coordinated with the action of GPR40. GPR40, also known as free fatty acid (FFA) receptor 1 modulates fatty acid-induced insulin secretion in pancreatic beta cells and in intestinal enteroendocrine cells. Thus, MK-8666 has been investigated for treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus and has been shown to robustly lower glucose without negative effects.
Uses
(5aS,6R,6aR)-MK-8666 is a selective GPR40 agonist with activity in promoting fatty acid-induced insulin secretion in pancreatic β cells and intestinal enteroendocrine cells. (5aS,6R,6aR)-MK-8666 has been studied for the inhibition of type 2 diabetes and has shown significant blood glucose lowering effects. Although (5aS,6R,6aR)-MK-8666 is considered to have potential inhibitory advantages, its development was stopped in Phase I clinical trials due to liver safety issues[1].
