New drug DD01 shows promise for fatty liver in early trial

NCT ID NCT06410924

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This Phase 2 trial tested a drug called DD01 in 67 overweight or obese adults with a type of fatty liver disease (MASLD/MASH). The goal was to see if DD01 could safely reduce liver fat by at least 30% over 48 weeks compared to a placebo. The study is completed, and results will show whether DD01 is a potential treatment for this common liver condition.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

DD01 (a dual GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist)

What this could lead to

If successful, DD01 could offer a new treatment option to reduce liver fat and improve liver health in people with MASLD/MASH.

What could go wrong

This is a small Phase 2 trial with only 67 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may cause side effects or fail to show clear benefit over placebo.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fatty liver disease liver disorder metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Summit Research Site

    Maitland, Florida, 92751, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Monroe, Louisiana, 71201, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    West Monroe, Louisiana, 71291, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Kansas City, Missouri, 64131, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Austin, Texas, 78757, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Bellaire, Texas, 77401, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Brownsville, Texas, 78520, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Corpus Christi, Texas, 78404, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Edinburg, Texas, 78539, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    Georgetown, Texas, 78626, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78222, United States

  • Summit Research Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States