Clinical trials
Type 2 Diabetes Patients clinical trials
Below are recruiting type 2 diabetes patients clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 573 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06989723RecruitingPhase 4
Pioglitazone and empagliflozin for fatty liver in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests two diabetes pills (pioglitazone and empagliflozin) to see if they can reduce liver fat in people with type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease. It may help if your diabetes is not well controlled and you have a fatty liver confirmed by a special ultrasound scan.
Seongnam-siAges 20 years+ - NCT06989697RecruitingPhase 3
Cilostazol and ginkgo for memory in older adults with diabetes
This trial tests whether a combination of cilostazol (a blood flow medication) and ginkgo (a herbal supplement) can help protect memory and thinking skills in people over 60 with type 2 diabetes. You may join if your memory is slightly below normal but not severely impaired.
Seongnam-siAges 60 years+ - NCT07038473Recruiting
Early detection of type 1 diabetes in relatives
This study screens brothers, sisters, and children of people with type 1 diabetes to find early signs of the disease before symptoms appear. The goal is to catch it early and offer monitoring or future prevention options.
Kuwait City, Al Asimah / Capital GovernorateAges 1.5 years–18 years - NCT07042399Recruiting
Self-care study for type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how people with type 2 diabetes take care of themselves. It aims to learn more about their self-care habits so that doctors can better support them.
San Donato Milanese, MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT07038213Enrolling by invitation
Study of kidney protection in type 2 diabetes
This study looks at how genes may affect kidney disease in people with type 2 diabetes. It tests treatments to protect the kidneys. If you are of Kazakh ethnicity and have type 2 diabetes, you may be able to join.
AstanaAges 18–65 - NCT07036796RecruitingPhase 2
Melatonin for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests whether melatonin can help relieve pain and discomfort from diabetic peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage caused by diabetes). If you have type 2 diabetes with nerve pain and are on stable diabetes medications, you may be eligible.
CairoAges 40–75 - NCT01793168Recruiting
Rare disease registry and history study
This study keeps a registry (a structured list) of people with rare diseases and may also track how the condition changes over time. It can help researchers better understand rare illnesses and find gaps in care, which may improve future treatments.
Sioux Falls, South DakotaAges Any age - NCT07026539RecruitingPhase 4
Finerenone for heart and kidney health in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether adding finerenone to your current diabetes medications can better protect your heart and kidneys. It is for people with type 2 diabetes who already take an SGLT2 inhibitor and an ACE inhibitor or ARB.
Aarhus NAges 18 years+ - NCT07019012RecruitingPhase 4
Testing a new every-2-week pill for type 2 diabetes
This study tests a new once-every-2-weeks pill (cofrogliptin) added to your current diabetes medications (metformin and dapagliflozin) compared to a daily pill (linagliptin). It may help improve blood sugar control with fewer daily pills.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07005986Recruiting
Pyrophosphate as a biomarker for artery hardening in type 2 diabetes
This study looks at a substance in the blood called pyrophosphate that may help doctors detect a type of artery hardening (mediacalcinosis) in people with type 2 diabetes. It tests whether this substance can be a useful early warning sign.
Nice, FranceAges 40–70 - NCT07006272Recruiting
Closed-loop pump vs islet transplant for unstable type 1 diabetes
This study compares two advanced treatments for type 1 diabetes that is hard to control: a closed-loop insulin pump system (which automatically adjusts insulin) versus islet cell transplantation (which replaces the cells that make insulin). It is for people whose blood sugar stays very unstable despite using the best current therapies.
Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-AlpesAges 18 years+ - NCT05605704RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Olive leaf extract for controlling diabetes
This trial studies whether olive leaf extract can help control diabetes. If you’re an adult with diabetes, you may be eligible to join and see how this supplement affects your blood sugar.
Monastir, Monastir TunisiaAges 18–100 - NCT06972732RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing three diabetes drugs for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests a combination of three common diabetes medications (metformin, an SGLT2 inhibitor, and a TZD) to see how well they work together and if they are safe. It may help people with type 2 diabetes who need better blood sugar control.
Seoul, Seocho DistrictAges 19 years+ - NCT06977230Recruiting
Arm-cuff protection before heart bypass in diabetes
This study tests whether a simple arm-cuff procedure done before heart bypass surgery can help protect the heart in people with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see if this technique reduces complications during and after the operation.
MuğlaAges 45–85 - NCT06964087RecruitingPhase 2
Testing OPT101 for type 1 diabetes
This trial tests an investigational drug called OPT101 in people with type 1 diabetes. It aims to see how the drug works in the body and whether it can help preserve insulin production, especially in those diagnosed recently or within the last 20 years.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–50 - NCT06964620RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Sanggua tablets for early type 2 diabetes or prediabetes
This trial tests whether an herbal medicine called Sanggua tablets can help control blood sugar in people with prediabetes or mild type 2 diabetes who are not yet taking diabetes pills. If you have slightly high blood sugar but don't need medication yet, this study may help you manage it naturally.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT03455868Recruiting
Bone health check after bariatric surgery in people with diabetes
This study looks at how bariatric (weight-loss) surgery affects bone health in adults with type 2 diabetes. It may help doctors understand who needs extra bone protection after surgery.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–60 - NCT06960408Enrolling by invitation
Sleep, relaxation, and diabetes: A study on reducing anxiety
This study tests whether learning about good sleep habits and practicing a simple relaxation technique can help people with diabetes sleep better, feel less anxious, and improve blood sugar control.
AnkaraAges 18–64 - NCT06959030Recruiting
Study of Henagliflozin for Type 2 Diabetes
This study tests how safe and effective the diabetes medication henagliflozin is for Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. It is an observational study, meaning you will continue your regular care while researchers watch your progress.
Beihai, GuangxiAges 18–80 - NCT06951308Recruiting
Carb loading for type 2 diabetes before bypass surgery
This trial tests whether giving a carbohydrate drink before heart bypass surgery helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. If it works, it could make recovery smoother.
DamascusAges Any age - NCT06738849Recruiting
Testing an app for insulin dosing
This trial tests the EkiYou smartphone app to help calculate your mealtime insulin dose. You need to have diabetes, use both a long-acting and a short-acting insulin pen, and be comfortable with a CGM and a smartphone.
BobignyAges 18 years+ - NCT06925334Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Comparing a new insulin combo with premixed insulin for type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a new injection that combines insulin with liraglutide works better than standard premixed insulin for people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to improve blood sugar control and simplify treatment.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06924697Enrolling by invitation
Testing a diabetes drug to help men quit smoking
This study tests if a medication used for type 2 diabetes (GLP-1 receptor agonists) can also reduce smoking in men with diabetes who smoke. If you qualify, you may receive this drug or a standard diabetes pill to see if it helps you smoke less.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06904846Enrolling by invitation
Testing a new continuous glucose monitor for 60 days
This study tests a new continuous glucose monitor (CGM) called iCan o3 that you wear on your abdomen for 60 days. It helps track your blood sugar levels continuously, so you and your doctor can see patterns and make better decisions about your diabetes care.
AntwerpAges 18–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for type 2 diabetes patients?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 573 recruiting type 2 diabetes patients studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a type 2 diabetes patients trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a type 2 diabetes patients trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.