Sugar beads studied for obesity: could they trick the body into feeling full?

NCT ID NCT05737927

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Aphaia Pharma US LLC Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested how different coated and uncoated glucose bead formulations affect hormone and blood sugar levels in 20 obese but otherwise healthy adults. Participants took single and multiple doses of glucose beads under fasting conditions. The goal was to understand how the body processes these formulations, not to treat obesity directly.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Glucose beads (coated and uncoated formulations)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help design better ways to deliver glucose that stimulate appetite-regulating hormones, potentially aiding weight management.
What could go wrong: This is an early Phase 1 study with only 20 people, focused on measuring body responses rather than proving any treatment works. Results may not lead to a therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESE

Contacts and locations

Locations

NovaClin Medical Research Center S.R.L

Timișoara, Romania, 300696, Romania

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