Abstract
Free fatty acid receptor 1 (FFA1 or GPR40) enhances glucose-stimulated insulin secretion from pancreatic β-cells and currently attracts high interest as a new target for the treatment of type 2 diabetes. We here report the discovery of a highly potent FFA1 agonist with favorable physicochemical and pharmacokinetic properties. The compound efficiently normalizes glucose tolerance in diet-induced obese mice, an effect that is fully sustained after 29 days of chronic dosing.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Journal | A C S Medicinal Chemistry Letters |
Volume | 4 |
Issue number | 5 |
Pages (from-to) | 441-445 |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISSN | 1948-5875 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 9 May 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |