Gut check: can a fiber pill boost Weight-Loss drug for teens?

NCT ID NCT04578652

Summary

This study is testing if combining a fiber supplement with the medication metformin works better than either alone to help teens with severe obesity and insulin resistance. Over 12 months, researchers will measure changes in weight, blood sugar control, and gut bacteria in 90 participants. The goal is to see if the two treatments together improve health more effectively.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Alberta

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2E1, Canada

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