Clinical Trial

Effect of Metformin, a Drug Used to Treat Diabetes, vs Placebo

Active, Not Recruiting Phase 4
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Summary
Metformin is a drug used to treat patients with diabetes. The aim of this study is to examine the effect of Metformin along with a low-calorie diet on obese and/or overweight adults with an increased waist measurement. In addition, the study also aims to look at the effect of the drug vs. placebo on quality of life and physical activity.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT05949008
Lead Sponsor University of California, Los Angeles
Conditions NIDDM, Obesity
Enrollment 150 participants
Start Date 2023-11-22
Primary Completion 2027-10-30 (estimated)
Study Completion 2028-07-30 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-06-08