Benfotiamine vs vitamin B complex for diabetic nerve pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of vitamin B supplements to see which one better relieves nerve pain and numbness in people with diabetes. It may help if you have diabetic neuropathy and are looking for a safe, non-drug option.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 or older and have type 2 diabetes with nerve pain or numbness in your feet or legs.
- You should not have a vitamin B12 deficiency and must not have changed your nerve pain medicines in the last 6 weeks.
- You must not have certain other conditions that cause nerve damage (like from chemotherapy, HIV, or alcohol use).
- You cannot be pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
- You must be willing to attend study visits in person or by video call.
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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