Herbal supplement to help metformin work better and cause fewer side effects
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a special herbal blend added to metformin to see if it helps reduce stomach problems and improves blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers want to understand how the herbs affect the bacteria in your gut.
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Who can take part
- You are 25 to 80 years old and have type 2 diabetes.
- Your last A1C blood test was between 6.5% and 8.5%.
- You have had stomach problems (like nausea or diarrhea) from metformin or could not take the full dose.
- Your diabetes pills have been at the same dose for at least 6 months.
- You are willing to give stool samples and wear a glucose monitor.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or using any other herbal supplement for diabetes.
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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