Metformin for diabetes from chronic pancreatitis
Treatments studied
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This trial tests if metformin is safe and effective for people who developed diabetes after being diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis. You must not have taken any diabetes medication before.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis.
- Your diabetes was diagnosed at least 3 months after your pancreatitis diagnosis.
- You have never taken any diabetes medication, or you stopped taking it at least 8 weeks ago.
- Your HbA1c level is between 7.5% and 9.0%.
- Your BMI is above 18.5.
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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