Liquid metformin vs tablets for type 2 diabetes
Treatments studied
This trial compares a liquid form of the diabetes drug metformin to the standard tablet form. It checks if the liquid is absorbed the same way, which might offer an easier option for people who have trouble swallowing pills.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 55 years old.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 30.
- You are generally healthy, with no major medical conditions.
- You are a non-smoker or a light smoker (10 or fewer cigarettes a day) and can avoid smoking during the study.
- You can fast and have blood drawn as required.
- If you are a woman who can become pregnant, you must use an acceptable birth control method.
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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