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PrediabetesPhase 1/2NCT07704944

Safety and Dose-Response of Bletilla Formosana in Prediabetic Subjects

A Phase 1/2 study testing Bletilla formosana (BF) powder in people with Prediabetes, run by Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at 3 sites in Taiwan.

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Trial summary

This study evaluates the safety and preliminary efficacy of Bletilla formosana (BF), a traditional herbal medicine, in adults with prediabetes. Prediabetes is a high-risk condition where blood sugar levels are elevated, often leading to type 2 diabetes. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 30 to 70 years
Conditions the study is for
Prediabetes
What is being tested?
Bletilla formosana (BF) powder
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
94 participants
Where
3 sitesTaiwan
Study dates
1 Jul 2026to 1 Aug 2027
Phase
Phase 1/2
Are there results?
Not yet: the study is under way

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 30 to 70 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Who may be able to join

  • Adults aged 30-70 years.
  • Prediabetes defined by any of the following:
  • Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) of 100-125 mg/dL, or
  • Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) of 5.7%-6.4%.
  • Willingness to provide written informed consent and comply with study procedures.

Who cannot join

  • Established type 1 or type 2 diabetes mellitus, or recent use of oral antidiabetic agents or insulin (within 3 months).
  • Abnormal liver function, defined as Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) or Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) exceeding 2-fold the upper reference limit (≥2 × ULN) at screening.
  • Abnormal renal function, defined as serum creatinine (Cr) >1.5 mg/dL or Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate (eGFR) <60 mL/min/1.73 m².
  • Gastrointestinal disorders that may affect drug absorption, such as gastrostomy, enterostomy, severe chronic diarrhea, or malabsorption syndrome.
  • Severe comorbidities within the past 6 months, including major stroke, myocardial infarction, major trauma, or major surgery.
  • Recent use of medications (within 1 month) that may significantly alter blood glucose or lipids, such as systemic corticosteroids or non-stable doses of lipid-lowering agents.
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  • Malignant tumor under active treatment, or immunodeficiency/autoimmune disorders requiring immunosuppressive therapy.
  • Psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairment that may affect protocol compliance.
  • Active use of other investigational drugs within 3 months prior to screening.
  • Pregnancy or lactation.

Trial locations and contacts

3 sites in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.

Yu-Chieh Peng, Bachelor contact

+886-2-2431-2540

sunnypon1013@gmail.com

Taiwan3 sites
  • Keelung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Keelung, 204

    Yuan-Chieh Yeh, MD, +886-2-24313131 ext. 6320, b9005030@gmail.com

    Yu-Chieh Peng, Bachelor, +886-2-2431-2540, sunnypon1013@gmail.com

  • Linkou Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Taoyuan, 333

    Hsing-Yu Chen, MD, +886-975366119, 8705016@cgmh.org.tw

    Yu-Chieh Peng, Bachelor, +886-2-2431-2540, sunnypon1013@gmail.com

  • Taoyuan Chang Gung Memorial Hospital

    Taoyuan, 333

    Hsing-Yu Chen, MD, +886-975366119, 8705016@cgmh.org.tw

    Yu-Chieh Peng, Bachelor, +886-2-2431-2540, sunnypon1013@gmail.com

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About this study

Official title: A Phase I/II Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Trial Evaluating the Safety and Dose-Response of Bletilla Formosana in Prediabetic Subjects

This study evaluates the safety and preliminary efficacy of Bletilla formosana (BF), a traditional herbal medicine, in adults with prediabetes. Prediabetes is a high-risk condition where blood sugar levels are elevated, often leading to type 2 diabetes. While lifestyle changes are the standard treatment, researchers are exploring herbal supplements as a complementary way to support metabolic health. Preclinical research has shown that BF possesses anti-inflammatory properties and may help regulate blood glucose. Participants in this study will be randomly assigned to receive either a high dose of BF, a low dose of BF, or a placebo (an inactive substance) for 12 weeks. The total study duration is approximately 24 weeks, involving four clinic visits for blood tests and safety monitoring to see how BF affects blood sugar markers and inflammation.

Read the detailed description

This is a single-center, Phase I/II, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-design trial. The primary goal is to translate robust preclinical findings-where BF extract was shown to inhibit neutrophil-driven inflammation and improve glycemic parameters in animal models-into clinical evidence.

A total of 94 prediabetic subjects (defined by FPG 100-125 mg/dL or HbA1c 5.7%-6.4%) will be enrolled.

Participants will be randomized in a 2:2:1 ratio into one of the following three arms:

High-dose group: 3g Bletilla formosana powder daily. Low-dose group: 1.5g Bletilla formosana powder plus 1.5g placebo daily. Placebo group: 3g inactive placebo powder daily.

The study consists of three distinct phases:

Screening Phase: Up to 2 weeks for eligibility confirmation. Treatment Phase: 12 weeks of oral administration. Follow-up Phase: 12 weeks post-treatment to evaluate sustained efficacy and safety outcomes.

Phase I objectives focus on safety and tolerability, with adverse events (AEs) and serious adverse events (SAEs) graded according to CTCAE v5.0.

Phase II objectives explore preliminary efficacy through changes in fasting plasma glucose (FPG), HbA1c, and HOMA-IR.

Secondary endpoints include assessment of inflammatory biomarkers (TNF-α, IL-6, and CRP) and lipid profiles.

Clinical assessments, including 12-lead ECG and comprehensive laboratory testing, are scheduled at Screening, Week 6, Week 12 (end of treatment), and Week 24 (end of study).

Conditions
Prediabetes
Being tested
Bletilla formosana (BF) powder, Placebo
Keywords
Prediabetes, Bletilla formosana, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Glycemic Control, Anti-inflammatory, Dose-Response Relationship, Phase I/II Trial, Randomized Controlled Trial, Safety and Tolerability
Medical subject headings
Prediabetic State

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Bletilla formosana (BF) powderDrug

    A traditional Chinese medicinal herb (Taiwanese ground orchid). The raw material is derived from the approved botanical species and medicinal part listed in the Taiwan Herbal Pharmacopoeia.

  • PlaceboOther

    An inactive powder matching the appearance and dosage form of the BF powder, consisting of starch and caramel coloring.

Study groups in NCT07704944
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
High-dose Bletilla formosana (BF)ExperimentalParticipants receive 3g of Bletilla formosana powder daily for 12 weeks. To maintain blinding, the total dose is divided into two 1.5g sachets (one in the morning and one in the evening).
Receives: Drug: Bletilla formosana (BF) powder
Low-dose Bletilla formosana (BF)ExperimentalParticipants receive 1.5g of Bletilla formosana powder and 1.5g of placebo powder daily for 12 weeks. To maintain blinding, this is administered as one active sachet and one matching placebo sachet (one in the morning and one in the evening).
Receives: Drug: Bletilla formosana (BF) powder; Other: Placebo
PlaceboPlacebo comparatorParticipants receive 3g of inactive placebo powder daily for 12 weeks. To maintain blinding, this is administered as two matching placebo sachets (one in the morning and one in the evening).
Receives: Other: Placebo

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Number of Participants with at Least One Treatment-Emergent Adverse Event (AE)

    Incidence of all adverse events (AEs) graded by CTCAE v5.0.

    Measured: From baseline to Week 24.

  2. Number of Participants with Serious Adverse Events (SAEs)

    Number of participants experiencing life-threatening or fatal events according to ICH-GCP definitions.

    Measured: From baseline to Week 24

  3. Change from Baseline in Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) (mg/dL)

    Change in fasting blood sugar levels to assess the preliminary glycemic efficacy of Bletilla formosana.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  4. Change from Baseline in Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) (%)

    Assessment of average blood glucose control over time.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  5. Change from Baseline in Homeostatic Model Assessment for Insulin Resistance (HOMA-IR)

    Calculated using fasting insulin and glucose levels to assess changes in insulin sensitivity.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

Secondary outcomes (7)
  1. Change from Baseline in Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α) (pg/mL)

    To evaluate the anti-inflammatory effects of Bletilla formosana.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  2. Change from Baseline in Interleukin-6 (IL-6) (pg/mL)

    To evaluate the anti-inflammatory effects of Bletilla formosana.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  3. Change from Baseline in C-reactive protein (CRP) (mg/dL)

    To evaluate the anti-inflammatory effects of Bletilla formosana.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  4. Change from Baseline in Total Cholesterol (mg/dL)

    Assessment of lipid profiles using standard laboratory methods

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  5. Change from Baseline in High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL) (mg/dL)

    Assessment of lipid profiles using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  6. Change from Baseline in Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) (mg/dL)

    Assessment of lipid profiles using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

  7. Change from Baseline in Triglycerides (TG) (mg/dL)

    Assessment of lipid profiles using standard laboratory methods.

    Measured: Baseline, Week 6, Week 12, and Week 24.

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted15 Jul 2026
  2. Study start1 Jul 2026 (estimated)
  3. Primary completion1 Jul 2027 (estimated)
  4. Study completion1 Aug 2027 (estimated)

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More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 1/2
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Model description
This is a randomized, double-blind, 3-arm parallel trial. Participants are assigned in a 2:2:1 ratio to one of three groups: High-dose Bletilla formosana (BF), Low-dose BF, or Placebo. To maintain the blind, all participants follow an identical dosing schedule, taking one sachet in the morning and one sachet in the evening. The high-dose group receives two active BF sachets; the low-dose group receives one active BF sachet and one matching placebo sachet; and the placebo group receives two matching placebo sachets.
Masking
Triple blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator, Outcomes assessor
Enrolment
94 participants (estimated)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT07704944
Sponsor's protocol ID
202500720A3C6002
Other IDs
NSTC 114-2321-B-255-001
Status last verified
Jul 2026
First submitted
23 Jun 2026
Last updated
15 Jul 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
No: The study team does not have a plan to share individual participant data at this time to maintain participant confidentiality as stated in the informed consent.

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 1/2 study testing Bletilla formosana (BF) powder in people with Prediabetes, run by Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at 3 sites in Taiwan.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 5 inclusion and 10 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 15 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 3 sites in Taiwan. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. Some participants in this study may receive a placebo. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this combined phase mean?

Phase 1 studies test a treatment in a small group of people for the first time or in a new way, mainly to check safety and find the right dose.

Phase 2 studies give the treatment to a larger group to see whether it has the intended effect and to keep checking safety.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

Contact Yuan-Chieh Yeh, MD (+886-2-24313131 ext. 6320, b9005030@cgmh.org.tw), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Number of Participants with at Least One Treatment-Emergent Adverse Event (AE) (time frame: From baseline to Week 24.). The study lists 5 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 15 Jul 2026.

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