Worm extract shows promise for diabetic nerve pain
NCT ID NCT07683598
First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a supplement called DLBS1033, made from earthworm extract, can improve nerve function and reduce symptoms in people with diabetic neuropathy. Participants take either the supplement or a placebo alongside their usual treatment for 12 weeks. Researchers measure nerve speed, symptom scores, and quality of life to see if the extract provides extra benefit.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- DLBS1033 (Lumbricus rubellus extract)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a new add-on option to help ease nerve damage symptoms and improve quality of life for people with diabetic neuropathy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with 80 participants. The supplement may show no benefit over placebo, and results may not apply to everyone with diabetic neuropathy.
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Conditions
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RS H Adam Malik
Medan, North Sumatera, 20136, Indonesia
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