Timing is everything: new study tests best time to start diabetes meds in pregnancy
NCT ID NCT03527537
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at the best time to start medication for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. About 416 pregnant women with the condition are randomly assigned to start medicine when 20% or 40% of their blood sugar readings are too high. The goal is to see which approach leads to fewer health problems for both mother and baby.
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Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
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