Diabetes drug tested as weight loss aid for obese nigerians
NCT ID NCT07297290
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tests whether metformin, a drug used for diabetes, can help obese, non-diabetic people in Nigeria lose weight and lower their heart disease risk. Researchers will give 220 participants either metformin or a placebo for several months. The goal is to see if this affordable drug can be a safe and effective weight loss option for this population.
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Pathology Facility
RECRUITINGEnugu, Enugu State, Nigeria
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University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital
RECRUITINGEnugu, Enugu State, Nigeria
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