Bromocriptine for prediabetes in schizophrenia
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether bromocriptine, a medication that may improve blood sugar control, can help people with schizophrenia who have prediabetes. If you qualify, you might receive the drug or a placebo to see if it helps prevent diabetes.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old and have a diagnosis of schizophrenia.
- You have been taking a second-generation antipsychotic medication for at least 3 months, with no dose change in the last month.
- You have prediabetes, shown by a fasting blood sugar between 100 and 125 mg/dL or an A1C between 5.7% and 6.4%.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher.
- You are not currently taking any diabetes medications (like metformin or insulin) and have not taken them in the past 4 months.
- You are willing to provide contact information for a family member or friend who can reach the study team if you show signs of getting worse.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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