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Zinc for Prediabetes
Study Summary
This trial aims to see if taking zinc supplements can help lower blood glucose and HbA1c levels in people with prediabetes. 200 people will be studied and monitored for 12 months.
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- My doctor agrees that my current medications won't interfere with the study.I use a denture adhesive that contains zinc.I have a condition like hemochromatosis, cancer, liver, kidney, heart disease, or another cancer.My kidney, liver, blood, or thyroid test results are outside the normal range.Your hemoglobin levels are lower than 12.5 g/dl if you are male, or lower than 11 g/dl if you are female.I cannot or will not stop taking my current medications or zinc supplements 2 weeks before starting the study.I am an Amish person aged between 18 and 80.Your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes.I have had severe stomach issues or major stomach surgery.You are allergic to zinc.My blood pressure is higher than 160/95 mm Hg.
- Group 1: Placebo
- Group 2: Zinc treatment
- Pivotal Trial - The final step before approval, pivotal trials feature drugs that have already shown basic safety & efficacy.
- Drug Has Already Been Approved - The FDA has already approved this drug, and is just seeking more data.
- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the age range for this research study inclusive of individuals who are past fifty years old?
"This clinical trial is seeking candidates who are of mature age (i.e above 18 and below 80)."
Has Zinc therapy been sanctioned by the FDA?
"The safety of Zinc treatment was ranked a 3, reflecting its approval status as part of Phase 4 trials."
Does this research program currently accept new participants?
"Per information on clinicaltrials.gov, this study is no longer recruiting as it was last updated on April 17th of 2023. However, there are currently 252 active trials searching for participants in the same area."
What criteria must be met in order to qualify for this medical study?
"To be eligible for this study, participants should have prediabetes and must fall between 18 and 80 years old. It is estimated that 200 individuals will partake in the trial."
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