Pompe disease drug trial halted after just 3 patients

NCT ID NCT00688597

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

Summary

This study tested an oral drug called duvoglustat in adults with Pompe disease, a rare genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness. Only 3 people took part, and the study was stopped early. Researchers looked at safety and whether the drug could improve walking distance and other functions.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

duvoglustat (AT2220)

What this could lead to

If successful, duvoglustat could offer a new oral treatment option for Pompe disease, potentially improving muscle function and daily activity.

What could go wrong

This was a very small, early-phase study with only 3 participants, and it was terminated early. The results may not apply to a broader population, and the drug's safety and effectiveness are not yet proven.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

glycogen storage disease II Glycogen Storage Disease Type II

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Study site

    Decatur, Georgia, 30033, United States