Could a common diabetes drug tame Obesity's hidden inflammation?

NCT ID NCT05972564

First seen May 15, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether empagliflozin, a drug used for diabetes, can reduce chronic inflammation in people with obesity and metabolic syndrome. Researchers will measure immune cells and blood vessel function in 74 adults to see if the drug helps control disease risk. The goal is to find a new way to manage obesity-related health problems.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    RECRUITING

    Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States

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