Could a common diabetes drug ease muscle symptoms in Steinert's disease?

NCT ID NCT05532813

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can improve muscle function in adults with myotonic dystrophy type 1 (Steinert's disease). About 142 non-diabetic participants will receive either metformin or a placebo for 6 months. The main goal is to see if metformin helps with movement and daily activities.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Neurology Department, Raymond-Poincaré hospital - APHP

    RECRUITING

    Garches, 92380, France

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