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78 Diabetes Trials near Seattle, WA

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Sotagliflozin for Diabetic Kidney Disease

Seattle, Washington
Powerful new drugs that can prevent or delay end stage kidney disease (ESKD) - so called sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) - are now available for patients with type 2 diabetes. Whether these drugs have similar effects in patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D) remains unknown because of the few studies in this population, due to concerns about the increase in risk of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA, a serious, potentially fatal acute complication of diabetes due to the accumulation of substances called ketone bodies) observed with SGLT2i therapy in T1D. One of the few T1D studies conducted to date showed that implementing an enhanced DKA prevention plan can reduce the risk of DKA associated with the SGLT2i sotagliflozin (SOTA) to very low levels. In the present study, a similar DKA prevention program will be used to carry-out a 3-year trial to test the kidney benefit of SOTA in 150 persons with T1D and moderate to advanced DKD. After a 2-month period, during which diabetes care will be standardized and education on monitoring and minimizing DKA implemented, eligible study subjects will be randomly assigned (50/50) to take one tablet of SOTA (200 mg) or a similarly looking inactive tablet (placebo) every day for 3 years followed by 2-months without treatment. Neither the participants nor the study staff will know whether a person was assigned to taking SOTA or the inactive tablet. Kidney function at the end of the study will be compared between the two treatment groups to see whether SOTA prevented kidney function loss in those treated with this drug as compared to those who took the inactive tablet. The DKA prevention program will include participant education, close follow-up with study staff, continuous glucose monitoring, and systematic ketone body self-monitoring with a meter provided by the study. If successful, this study will provide efficacy and safety data that could be used to seek FDA approval of SOTA for the prevention of kidney function decline in patients with T1D and DKD.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

150 Participants Needed

Enterra Therapy System for Gastroparesis

Seattle, Washington
The purpose of this research study is to evaluate if an enhanced Enterra device programming strategy will improve symptoms associated with gastroparesis, improve symptoms in a faster amount of time, and improve quality of life measures. Participants in this study will be evaluated for study entry criteria, have an Enterra Therapy System implanted, and be randomly assigned to one of two programming strategies. Participants will answer daily questions about their gastroparesis symptoms on an application with their phone/tablet. Participants will answer quality of life questionnaires about their gastroparesis symptoms at monthly study visits. Participants will be involved in the study for up to six months after treatment assignment. Programming parameters in the study are within currently approved labeling.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

50 Participants Needed

Bimagrumab + Tirzepatide for Obesity with Type 2 Diabetes

Bellevue, Washington
The main purpose of this study is to see how well and how safely bimagrumab, tirzepatide, and the combination, work in lowering body weight in participants with obesity or overweight and type 2 diabetes. Participation in the study will last about 13 months.

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2

180 Participants Needed

Communication Intervention for Dementia

Seattle, Washington
The objective of this protocol is to test the effectiveness of a Jumpstart intervention on patient-centered outcomes for patients with chronic illness by ensuring that they receive care that is concordant with their goals over time, and across settings and providers. This study is particularly interested in understanding the effect of the intervention to improve quality of palliative care for patients with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) but will also include other common chronic, life-limiting illnesses. The specific aims are: 1. To evaluate the efficacy of the EHR-based clinician-facing Jumpstart, drawn from the electronic medical record (EHR), the survey-based bi-directional Jumpstart, drawn from patient or family completed surveys, and usual care for improving quality of care provided to patients with chronic illness experiencing a hospitalization. The primary outcome is EHR documentation of a goals-of-care discussion, assessed from randomization through 30 days. Secondary outcomes include: a) intensity of care outcomes (e.g., ICU use, ICU and hospital free days, hospital readmissions, costs of hospital care); and b) patient- and family-reported outcomes assessed by surveys at 3-5 days and 4-6 weeks after randomization, including occurrence and quality of goals-of-care discussions in the hospital, goal-concordant care, psychological symptoms, and quality of life. 2. To conduct a mixed-methods evaluation of the implementation of the interventions, guided by the RE-AIM and CFIR frameworks for implementation science, incorporating quantitative evaluation of the interventions' reach and adoption, as well as qualitative analyses of interviews with participants, to explore barriers and facilitators to future implementation and dissemination.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

756 Participants Needed

Weight Loss Interventions for Obesity

Seattle, Washington
Patients and clinicians need better options to prevent the weight regain that almost universally follows a weight loss intervention. In lay terms, a new, higher "set point" seems to occur after people gain weight. Evidence from some research studies reinforces these observations, showing that processes of energy homeostasis vigorously defend the higher level of adiposity for years, if not permanently. Only bariatric surgery appears to "re-set" to a lower level of adiposity. No clear mechanism has been elucidated to date that explains these phenomena. The current proposal endeavors to address this crucial scientific gap by translating preclinical data into human studies testing novel mechanistic hypotheses. Prior studies in rodents show that a high-fat diet causes inflammation and a cellular response, known as gliosis, within hypothalamic regions regulating energy balance and glucose homeostasis. Evidence further suggests that gliosis might play a pathogenic role in obesity and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) because its development precedes weight gain and impaired glucose homeostasis and its inhibition improves metabolic health. Importantly, gliosis is detectable in mice and humans by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Using MRI, the investigators discovered the first evidence of gliosis in obese humans and went on to show associations of gliosis with insulin resistance in humans, independent of the level of adiposity. New findings suggest that people with T2D have more extensive gliosis than is seen in nondiabetic obese subjects. Further findings reveal that gliosis improves, but is not completely reversed, 8 mo. after Roux-en-Y gastric bypass (RYGB) surgery in T2D patients. It remains unknown whether gliosis improves similarly when weight loss occurs by lifestyle change or if the efficacy and durability of weight loss via bariatric surgery is partially explained by its ability to reverse gliosis via an as yet unknown mechanism of action. We therefore propose three studies in humans to discover 1) if hypothalamic gliosis is reversed by a standard behavioral weight loss intervention, 2) if the extent of gliosis predicts successful weight loss during, or weight regain after, behavioral weight loss, and 3) the time course of improvement in gliosis after RYGB and the relation of its improvement to the short- and long-term efficacy of RYGB. Future research would define dietary, environmental, or other risk factors for the development of hypothalamic gliosis in humans. Achieving a better understanding of the role of the brain in obesity and its treatment could open new avenues for research, intervention, and prevention.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:25 - 64

112 Participants Needed

Retatrutide for Type 2 Diabetes

Redmond, Washington
The purpose of this study is to investigate the efficacy and safety of retatrutide compared with placebo in participants with Type 2 Diabetes and inadequate glycemic control. The study will last about 11 months and may include up to 11 visits.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

480 Participants Needed

CagriSema for Type 2 Diabetes

Renton, Washington
This trial tests CagriSema, a combination of semaglutide and cagrilintide, in people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to see if it can better manage blood sugar levels and reduce body weight by increasing insulin and reducing hunger. Semaglutide is known for lowering blood glucose levels and reducing appetite.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

2734 Participants Needed

Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes

Renton, Washington
This trial is testing devices that monitor blood sugar levels in adults with diabetes and children with Type 1 Diabetes. The goal is to see how accurate and safe these devices are for managing diabetes. These devices allow people with diabetes to keep track of their blood glucose levels in near real-time.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:14+

350 Participants Needed

Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes

Renton, Washington
The purpose of this study is to find out how well a new continuous glucose monitor works for people with diabetes. This study will test the performance of the study sensor(s) for 7-14 days of wear in patients who are 11-80 years old with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Not Yet Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:11 - 80

1500 Participants Needed

Precision Nutrition Program for Diabetes

Bothell, Washington
This trial tests if tailored nutrition and supplements can help people with moderately high blood sugar. Participants will follow specific diet plans and take special supplements for a few months. The goal is to see if these treatments can improve their blood sugar control.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

100 Participants Needed

Orforglipron vs Semaglutide for Type 2 Diabetes

Redmond, Washington
The main purpose of this study is to assess efficacy and safety of orforglipron compared with oral semaglutide in participants with Type 2 diabetes and inadequate glycemic control with metformin.The study will last around 61 weeks.
No Placebo Group
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

1576 Participants Needed

Weekly vs Daily Insulin for Type 2 Diabetes

Renton, Washington
This study compares insulin icodec, a new insulin taken once a week, to insulin glargine, an insulin taken once a day. The study medicine will be investigated in participants with type 2 diabetes. Participants will either get insulin icodec or insulin glargine. Which treatment participants get is decided by chance. Insulin icodec is the new medicine being tested, while insulin glargine is already approved and can be prescribed by doctors. Participants will get one injection of insulin icodec once a week, or one injection of insulin glargine once a day, depending on the treatment group participants are assigned into. Participants will use a pen with a small needle to inject the medicine under participants skin into participants thigh, upper arm or stomach.The study will last for about 9 months, but participants will only be taking the study medicine for 6 months.
No Placebo Group
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

404 Participants Needed

LY3457263 for Type 2 Diabetes

Redmond, Washington
The purpose of this study is to measure the change in hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) with LY3457263 compared with placebo in participants with type 2 diabetes who are not at HbA1c goal when treated with a stable dose of semaglutide or tirzepatide. Participation in the study will last about 9 months.

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2

240 Participants Needed

Maridebart Cafraglutide for Diabetes

Redmond, Washington
The main purpose of this study is to assess the dose-response relationship of maridebart cafraglutide on glucose control compared with placebo.

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2

409 Participants Needed

MiniMed™ 780G System for Type 2 Diabetes

Renton, Washington
This trial is testing the MiniMed™ 780G system, which includes an insulin pump and sensors, in adults aged 18-80 with type 2 diabetes who need insulin. The device continuously checks blood sugar levels and automatically adjusts insulin delivery to keep blood sugar stable. The study will last several months and involve up to 575 participants across the United States. The MiniMed™ 780G system is an advanced hybrid closed-loop system that has been previously tested in various populations, including adolescents and adults with type 1 diabetes, showing improvements in blood sugar control.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting

575 Participants Needed

Orforglipron for Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity

Redmond, Washington
This trial is testing a new diabetes medication called orforglipron to see if it is safer and more effective than insulin in people with type 2 diabetes who are overweight or obese and at higher risk for heart problems. The study will last several years and involve multiple visits.
No Placebo Group
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

2749 Participants Needed

Precision Nutrition Program for Diabetes

Bothell, Washington
This trial tests if personalized diet advice and supplements can lower blood sugar levels in people with slightly elevated blood sugar. People will follow tailored recommendations for three months, and their health will be checked before and after the trial.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

150 Participants Needed

BI 456906 for Diabetes and Obesity

Renton, Washington
This study is open to adults who are at least 18 years old and have a body mass index of 27 kg/m² or more. People can take part if they have type 2 diabetes and if they are currently being treated only with diet and exercise or with specific diabetes medications. Only people who have previously not managed to lose weight by changing their diet can participate. The purpose of this study is to find out whether a medicine called survodutide (BI 456906) helps people living with overweight or obesity who also have diabetes to lose weight. Participants are divided into 3 groups by chance, like drawing names from a hat. 2 groups get different doses of survodutide and 1 group gets placebo. Placebo looks like survodutide but does not contain any medicine. Every participant has a 2 in 3 chance of getting survodutide. Participants inject survodutide or placebo under their skin once a week for about one and a half years. In addition to the study medicine, all participants receive counselling to make changes to their diet and to exercise regularly. Participants are in the study for about 1 year and 7 months. During this time, it is planned that participants visit the study site up to 14 times and receive 6 phone calls by the site staff. The doctors check participants' health and take note of any unwanted effects. The study staff also regularly measure participants' body weight. The results are compared between the groups to see whether the treatment works.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

756 Participants Needed

CT-868 for Type 1 Diabetes

Renton, Washington
This trial is testing a new treatment called CT-868 to see if it helps overweight and obese adults with Type 1 Diabetes control their blood sugar better. Participants will continue their regular insulin therapy and receive either CT-868 or another treatment. The goal is to find out if CT-868 can make blood sugar levels more stable.

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 2

111 Participants Needed

Tirzepatide for Type 1 Diabetes and Obesity

Renton, Washington
The main purpose of this study is to find out how well and how safely tirzepatide works in adults who have type 1 diabetes and obesity or overweight. Participation in the study will last about 49 weeks.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

905 Participants Needed

Why Other Patients Applied

"Years ago, Metformin didn't help. I'm currently on Rybelsus & Farxiga. Not doing me much good. My insurance won't cover any of the injectables. Excited to try something new."

QL
Diabetes PatientAge: 71

"Looking for better ways to manage my diabetes, high blood pressure and overall health. Hoping to improve my health all together in order to have a better life & to enjoy my children & grandchildren."

OK
Diabetes PatientAge: 66

"I have already lost part of a leg to an infection. I want to try to get this horrific condition under control and get back to my life. It's taken enough."

WY
Diabetes PatientAge: 40

"I've been in pain for years. It's been crippling and has massively impacted my life. I want to be free. Diabetes changed everything at 15. Diabetic Type 1 for 20 years. SEVERE Peripheral Neuropathy onset 7-8 years in. Have been living with it since. Have tried every drug, everything. Gaba, lyrica, all opioids, electrical current therapy, massages, acupuncture, cupping, everything. Currently taking low dose of duloxetine, have an insulin pump but its not good enough. Want to try a cutting-edge med."

YN
Diabetes PatientAge: 35

"I have had type 2 diabetes for some time now and would love to be part of a study... should the study drug work out as a successful treatment, then I would be glad to be one of the first patients in line!"

MB
Diabetes PatientAge: 67

GSK3858279 for Diabetic Neuropathy

Renton, Washington
This is a multicenter randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled phase 2 study to evaluate efficacy, safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and target engagement of GSK3858279 in adult participants with chronic Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathic Pain (DPNP). The primary objective of the study is to assess the efficacy of GSK3858279 in participants with DPNP who have been unable to sufficiently manage their pain.

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting

145 Participants Needed

Nutritional Programs for Gastrointestinal Health

Bothell, Washington
US residents who have gastrointestinal issues sign the informed consent form and are screened and enrolled for this study. Participants who are enrolled complete a survey upon enrollment and are randomized into one of three arms. This study is direct to participant and will NOT utilize clinical sites.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased
Age:25 - 75

150 Participants Needed

Retatrutide for Obesity

Redmond, Washington
The main purpose of this study is to determine if retatrutide can significantly lower the incidence of serious heart-related complications or prevent the worsening of kidney function. The trial will enroll adults with body mass index 27 kg/m\^2 or higher and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease and/or chronic kidney disease. The study will last for about 5 years. Participants will have up to 27 clinic visits with the study doctor.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3
Age:45+

10000 Participants Needed

Inclisiran for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

Puyallup, Washington
This trial tests whether inclisiran injections can prevent serious heart problems in high-risk adults who haven't had a major heart event yet by lowering their cholesterol levels. Inclisiran is a long-acting treatment that significantly lowers cholesterol.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3
Age:40 - 79

14012 Participants Needed

Teplizumab for Pediatric Type 1 Diabetes

Tacoma, Washington
This trial tests the safety of teplizumab, an IV medication, in children under 8 with early signs of type 1 diabetes. The drug aims to protect insulin-producing cells from immune system attacks and has shown potential in delaying the onset of type 1 diabetes.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 4
Age:0 - 7

20 Participants Needed

Orforglipron for Obesity

Tacoma, Washington
This trial will test a daily pill called orforglipron to see if it helps people who are overweight or obese and have type 2 diabetes lose weight. The study will last over a year and involve multiple visits.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

1500 Participants Needed

Renal Denervation for High Blood Pressure

Everett, Washington
This trial is studying the safety and effectiveness of a device called the Symplicity Spyral system, which helps lower blood pressure by calming overactive nerves in the kidneys. It includes patients who have already received this treatment. The Symplicity Spyral system is part of a series of treatments, with earlier versions showing significant blood pressure reductions in patients with resistant hypertension.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

1400 Participants Needed

Endoform + Symphony for Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Tacoma, Washington
This trial tests special wound care products on patients with hard-to-heal diabetic foot ulcers. These products help wounds heal by supporting tissue growth and preventing infections. The study aims to see if these products are safe and effective over a few months.
No Placebo Group

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting
Trial Phase:Unphased

50 Participants Needed

CagriSema for Type 2 Diabetes and Obesity

Olympia, Washington
This trial tests if the new medicine CagriSema can help people with excess body weight and type 2 diabetes lose weight. Participants will receive either CagriSema or another treatment. The study will last about a year and a half. Cagrilintide and semaglutide are both being investigated for weight management.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Active Not Recruiting

1200 Participants Needed

Fenofibrate for Diabetic Retinopathy

Seattle, Washington
This randomized trial will evaluate the effect of fenofibrate compared with placebo for prevention of diabetic retinopathy (DR) worsening through 6 years of follow-up in eyes with mild to moderately severe non-proliferative DR (NPDR) and no CI-DME at baseline. In addition to evaluating efficacy, this study aims to evaluate the feasibility of a model for ophthalmologists to prescribe or collaborate with a primary care provider such as an internist/endocrinologist to prescribe and monitor the drug safely. If this study demonstrates that fenofibrate is effective for reducing the onset of proliferative diabetic retinopathy (PDR) or and the results are adopted by the community of retina specialists, a new strategy to prevent vision threatening complications of diabetes could be widely adopted. Widespread use of an oral agent effective at reducing worsening of DR would decrease the numbers of patients who undergo more invasive and much more expensive treatment for DR and who are consequently at risk for side effects that adversely affect visual function. This study will also assess the relationship of glycemic variability, as measured by continuous glucose monitoring with DR outcomes. Ancillary studies will characterize functional and structural outcomes in this cohort.
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)

Trial Details

Trial Status:Recruiting
Trial Phase:Phase 3

560 Participants Needed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Diabetes clinical trials in Seattle, WA pay?

Each trial will compensate patients a different amount, but $50-100 for each visit is a fairly common range for Phase 2–4 trials (Phase 1 trials often pay substantially more). Further, most trials will cover the costs of a travel to-and-from the clinic.

How do Diabetes clinical trials in Seattle, WA work?

After a researcher reviews your profile, they may choose to invite you in to a screening appointment, where they'll determine if you meet 100% of the eligibility requirements. If you do, you'll be sorted into one of the treatment groups, and receive your study drug. For some trials, there is a chance you'll receive a placebo. Across Diabetes trials in Seattle, WA 30% of clinical trials have a placebo. Typically, you'll be required to check-in with the clinic every month or so. The average trial length in Seattle, WA for Diabetes is 12 months.

How do I participate in a study as a "healthy volunteer"?

Not all studies recruit healthy volunteers: usually, Phase 1 studies do. Participating as a healthy volunteer means you will go to a research facility in Seattle, WA several times over a few days or weeks to receive a dose of either the test treatment or a "placebo," which is a harmless substance that helps researchers compare results. You will have routine tests during these visits, and you'll be compensated for your time and travel, with the number of appointments and details varying by study.

What does the "phase" of a clinical trial mean?

The phase of a trial reveals what stage the drug is in to get approval for a specific condition. Phase 1 trials are the trials to collect safety data in humans. Phase 2 trials are those where the drug has some data showing safety in humans, but where further human data is needed on drug effectiveness. Phase 3 trials are in the final step before approval. The drug already has data showing both safety and effectiveness. As a general rule, Phase 3 trials are more promising than Phase 2, and Phase 2 trials are more promising than phase 1.

Do I need to be insured to participate in a Diabetes medical study in Seattle, WA?

Clinical trials are almost always free to participants, and so do not require insurance. The only exception here are trials focused on cancer, because only a small part of the typical treatment plan is actually experimental. For these cancer trials, participants typically need insurance to cover all the non-experimental components.

What are the newest Diabetes clinical trials in Seattle, WA?

Most recently, we added Inhaled Insulin for Type 1 Diabetes, Bimagrumab + Tirzepatide for Obesity with Type 2 Diabetes and Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Diabetes to the Power online platform.

What is the best treatment for diabetes?

There isn’t one “best” therapy—think of diabetes care as two layers. First, everyone benefits from diabetes education, a balanced diet, regular activity, and routine monitoring. Second, medicines are chosen by diabetes type and other health issues: type 1 always needs insulin (preferably with a continuous glucose monitor or hybrid pump), while type 2 usually starts with metformin plus lifestyle changes and, if more help is needed, adds a GLP-1 or SGLT2 drug (especially when heart, kidney, or weight problems exist) before considering insulin. Work with your healthcare team to revisit these steps every few months so treatment keeps pace with your goals and any new health changes.

How much weight do you need to lose to reverse type 2 diabetes?

Most studies find that you need to shed about 10–15 % of your starting weight—roughly 15 kg (33 lb) for an average-sized adult—to give yourself the best shot at putting type-2 diabetes into remission (normal sugars without diabetes pills). The closer you are to diagnosis and the more weight you keep off—especially if you can pass the 15 kg mark—the higher the odds (up to 80 % in some trials), while smaller losses still improve blood sugar but rarely achieve full remission. Work with your healthcare team to choose a safe approach (intensive diet program, GLP-1 medications, or bariatric surgery) and to monitor that blood-sugar targets stay on track once the weight comes off.

Can diabetics still get Ozempic?

Yes—if you have type-2 diabetes and meet NICE criteria (poor glucose control despite other drugs, or need for weight loss/heart-protection), your GP or diabetes nurse can still prescribe Ozempic; it is not used for type-1 diabetes, pregnancy, or in children. The practical hurdle is the current UK supply shortage, so existing users should order repeats early and stay in touch with their pharmacist, while new patients may need to start a similar medicine (e.g., dulaglutide) until stock returns.

When will oral insulin be available?

No insulin pill has been approved yet. The most advanced candidates (such as insulin tregopil and ORMD-0801) are still redesigning or preparing large Phase 3 studies, and newer “chocolate-capsule” nano-formulations have not even begun human trials until at least 2025. If upcoming studies succeed, regulatory review and manufacturing mean that everyday prescription use is unlikely before the late-2020s at the earliest.

Why is type 2 diabetes not curable?

Type 2 diabetes isn’t considered curable because its root problems—body-wide insulin resistance and gradual loss of insulin-producing β-cells—can return whenever weight or lifestyle slips, and adult β-cells don’t fully regrow once lost. Big, sustained weight loss (through diet, bariatric surgery, or powerful medications) can put the disease into remission for years, but the underlying susceptibility remains, which is why regular follow-up and healthy habits must continue even when blood sugar is normal.

Can I stop taking metformin when my sugar is back to normal?

Normal readings don’t necessarily mean diabetes is cured; for many people the numbers stay normal only because metformin is on board, and stopping it without a plan can let sugars creep back up. Talk with your clinician about whether you truly meet “remission” criteria (HbA1c < 6.5 % for at least 6 months, stable weight, good kidney function); if so, you can try a monitored dose-reduction, check home glucose and repeat labs in 3 months, and restart the drug promptly if levels rise. In short, never quit metformin on your own—make it a shared, step-by-step decision that includes a taper and clear follow-up.

Can a person fully recover from diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes cannot presently be cured; people need lifelong insulin. In type 2 diabetes, some individuals—especially soon after diagnosis—can achieve remission (normal blood-sugar readings without diabetes medicines) through substantial, sustained weight loss or bariatric surgery, but the underlying tendency can return, so regular check-ups remain essential. So while you may control or even “switch off” type 2 diabetes for a time, no form of diabetes is considered permanently gone.

Which country has the cure for diabetes?

No country has an approved, take-home “cure” for diabetes; the Chinese cell-therapy result you may have seen was a one-patient, early-stage experiment that still needs larger trials and regulatory review. Worldwide teams—from China to the United States, Canada, Europe and beyond—are testing stem-cell implants, gene editing and immune therapies, but for now the proven way to stay healthy is tight glucose monitoring, modern medications (e.g., metformin, GLP-1 or insulin) and lifestyle changes, with bariatric surgery offering remission for some people with type 2 diabetes. Stay alert for peer-reviewed trial results and discuss any experimental option with your diabetes specialist before pursuing treatment abroad.

What is the record trial for diabetes?

RECORD (Rosiglitazone Evaluated for Cardiac Outcomes and Regulation of Glycaemia in Diabetes) was a 5-year study of 4,458 adults with type 2 diabetes that compared adding rosiglitazone to metformin or a sulfonylurea versus the standard metformin-plus-sulfonylurea combination. It showed no overall difference in cardiovascular deaths or hospitalisations (hazard ratio 0.99), but rosiglitazone roughly doubled the risk of heart-failure events and increased bone fractures; these safety concerns, rather than glucose control, ultimately led regulators and doctors to curb use of the drug.

What is the A1C goal for a 70 year old?

For a 70-year-old who already has diabetes, guidelines use a sliding scale: aim below about 7–7.5 % if the person is otherwise healthy and independent, below 8 % if they have multiple illnesses or mild functional decline, and up to 8.5 % if they are frail or in long-term care—these higher limits reduce the risk of dangerous low-blood-sugar episodes. If the 70-year-old is only being screened, the usual cut-offs still apply (normal < 5.7 %, pre-diabetes 5.7-6.4 %, diabetes ≥ 6.5 % confirmed). Work with the healthcare team to choose the target that balances day-to-day safety with long-term benefit.

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