New Treatments for Prediabetes and Obesity

Prevention of Progression of Prediabetes, Obesity and CV Risk

Recruiting Phase 1 Interventional Study
Pre-Diabetes Weight, Body Cardiovascular Diseases
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Trial phase
Phase 1
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Treatment
Participants needed
64 (estimated)
Sponsor
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for adults with prediabetes and obesity. Participants will use new treatments to help control blood sugar levels and lose weight while the study team monitors their health over six months.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with prediabetes in the last 6 months.
  • I am at least 18 years old.
  • I have a BMI between 25 and 40.
  • My blood pressure is less than 160/100.
  • My blood test shows HbA1c between 5.7% and 6.4%.
  • I have a stable body weight over the last 3 months.
  • I am Hispanic.
  • I am able to take medications for up to 6 months.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
  • I am pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • I am allergic to the study medications.
  • I have had a major heart event in the last 60 days.
  • I have a history of major organ disease.
  • I have severe heart disease.
  • I cannot give written consent to join the study.
  • I have recently used drugs or alcohol.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial
The investigators are studying how to help people with prediabetes (Pre-DM) and obesity. The goal is to use new and affordable treatments to bring blood sugar levels back to normal and help participants to lose weight. The investigators also want to reduce participants risk of heart problems. The study team will look at how these treatments affect metabolism and other body functions to help find n…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients will have an established diagnosis of pre-Diabetes Mellitus (DM) before the screening visit, documented by an acceptable modality in the last 6 months. 2. Age ≥ 18 years old 3. Body Mass Index (BMI)=25-40 kg/m2 4. Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c) = 5.7-6.4% 5. Blood Press…
Contacts

Carolina Solis-Herrera, MD

210-567-4900

solisherrera@uthscsa.edu

CONTACT

Francisca Acosta, PhD

acostafm@uthscsa.edu

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