Study MK0767 and Metformin in Type 2 Diabetic Patients (0767-020)

A Double-Blind, Randomized, Active-Controlled MK0767 and Metformin Comparator Study in Type 2 Diabetic Patients Inadequately Controlled on Diet and Exercise

The purpose of the study is to assess how MK0767, compared to Metformin, performs in lowering blood glucose levels in patients whose Type II diabetes is not controlled by diet and exercise.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients are men and non-pregnant women ages 21 to 78 years
• Patients either not on antihyperglycemic medications (>8 weeks), or being treated with a single oral antihyperglycemic agent & willing to discontinue therapy for the duration of the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient has history of type 1 diabetes mellitus and or history of ketoacidosis
• Patients undergoing surgery within 30 days of Visit 1
• Patients taking Warfin or Warfin-like anticoagulants
• Patients on a weight loss program with on-going weight loss or starting an intensive exercise program within 4 weeks of Visit 1/Week 9