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Sacubitril-Valsartan for Prediabetes

Phase 4
Waitlist Available
Led By Joshua J Joseph, MD
Research Sponsored by Ohio State University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
African Americans aged 18-65 years old with a history of impaired fasting glucose, impaired glucose tolerance, hemoglobin A1c 5.7-6.4% or other risk factors for diabetes including metabolic syndrome, family history of type 2 diabetes in the parents or siblings or history of gestational diabetes will be invited to attend a formal screening visit.
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up 26 weeks
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Study Summary

This trial is testing whether two drugs, valsartan and sacubitril, can improve blood sugar and insulin secretion better than valsartan alone in African Americans with impaired glucose tolerance.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for African Americans aged 18-65 with prediabetes or risk factors like a family history of type 2 diabetes. It's not for those with type 2 diabetes, recent significant weight loss, certain heart conditions, abnormal kidney function, severe psychiatric disorders, pregnancy or specific medication use.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests the effects of RAAS blockade (Valsartan) and combined RAAS/neprilysin inhibition (Sacubitril-Valsartan) versus placebo on blood sugar control and insulin release in African Americans with impaired glucose tolerance over a period of 26 weeks.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Possible side effects include dizziness due to low blood pressure, high potassium levels which can affect heart rhythm, kidney problems that may alter how the body cleans the blood, and allergic reactions if sensitive to the drugs.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I am African American, aged 18-65, with a history or risk factors for diabetes.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~26 weeks
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 26 weeks for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Structure of beta Cell of islet
Secondary outcome measures
Change in Central Aortic Pressure (mmHg) from Baseline to 26 weeks

Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Placebo Group
Group I: Sacubitril/ValsartanExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Sacubitril/Valsartan (97/103 mg) twice daily for 26 weeks
Group II: ValsartanActive Control1 Intervention
Valsartan 160 mg twice daily for 26 weeks
Group III: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
placebo (+/- amlodipine 2.5-5 mg twice daily if high blood pressure)

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Ohio State UniversityLead Sponsor
821 Previous Clinical Trials
501,045 Total Patients Enrolled
23 Trials studying Obesity
3,951 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)NIH
2,338 Previous Clinical Trials
4,314,109 Total Patients Enrolled
440 Trials studying Obesity
588,025 Patients Enrolled for Obesity
Joshua J Joseph, MDPrincipal InvestigatorThe Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
2 Previous Clinical Trials
172 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Could you please elaborate on other research conducted regarding Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG?

"At present, there are 37 active clinical trials investigating the potential of Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG with 8 in Phase 3. Montreal, Quebec is home to a majority of these studies but they can also be found at numerous other medical centres across North America (826 sites)."

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Has the Federal Drug Administration given sanction to Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG?

"The safety of Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG is rated at a 3 due to the completion of Phase 4 trials and its official approval."

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What medical conditions is Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG most commonly employed to address?

"Sacubitril-Valsartan Tab 97-103 MG is regularly prescribed for the treatment of left ventricular dysfunction. Beyond this, it can be useful in addressing essential hypertension that hasn't responded to monotherapy and preventing cardiovascular incident."

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What is the maximum capacity of participants for this clinical investigation?

"Affirmative. According to the info on clinicaltrials.gov, this medical trial is currently open for recruitment and was initially posted on February 25th 2020. It's looking to enroll 90 patients from a single site with its last update occurring in July 2021."

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Who is eligible to take part in this research project?

"To qualify for this experiment, potential participants must display signs of impaired glucose tolerance and be between 18-65 years old. Presently, the study is aiming to recruit around 90 individuals."

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Is this research endeavor welcoming individuals over the age of 35?

"This clinical research is open to participants aged between 18 and 65. Separately, there are 216 trials available for minors and 853 studies suitable for patients above the age of majority."

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Is it still possible to enrol in this medical experiment?

"Affirmative. According to the data on clinicaltrials.gov, this experiment is currently seeking participants; it was first announced on February 25th 2020 and last revised in July 21st 2022. The research requires 90 people across a single medical institution."

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~18 spots leftby Mar 2025