Rare fat disorder drug under microscope: new safety data emerges

NCT ID NCT04026178

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

Summary

This study looked at the safety of a daily shot called metreleptin (brand name Myalept) in 11 people with generalized lipodystrophy, a rare condition where the body loses fat tissue. The main goal was to see if the body makes antibodies against the drug, which could affect how well it works or cause side effects. Results help doctors understand long-term risks and ensure the treatment remains safe for managing this lifelong disease.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

generalized lipodystrophy lipodystrophy Lipodystrophy, Congenital Generalized

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

  • Endocrinology Research Associates

    Columbus, Ohio, 43201, United States

  • Ochsner Clinic

    New Orleans, Louisiana, 70121, United States

  • Ohio State University

    Columbus, Ohio, 43203, United States

  • Seattle Children's Hospital

    Seattle, Washington, 98105, United States

  • Univ. Alabama-Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States

  • University Texas Southwestern INT

    Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States

  • University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States