Bahria University
Clinical trials sponsored by Bahria University, explained in plain language.
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Which diabetes pill combo works best? new study pits three options Head-to-Head
Disease control CompletedThis completed study tested different combinations of diabetes drugs (glimepiride, empagliflozin, or sitagliptin) taken with metformin in 172 adults newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Participants were split into four groups and took their assigned pills once daily for 90 days…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bahria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 12:09 UTC
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Can metformin or hydroxyurea cut transfusions for thalassemia patients?
Disease control CompletedThis completed Phase 4 trial tested two drugs—hydroxyurea and metformin—in 96 people with transfusion-dependent beta-thalassemia. Participants took one of the two drugs for a year. Researchers measured changes in fetal hemoglobin levels and how often blood transfusions were neede…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bahria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 23, 2026 11:59 UTC
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Diabetes drug showdown: which combo sheds more pounds?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two different diabetes pill combinations to see which helped people with type 2 diabetes lose more weight. 200 adults aged 40-70 with high blood sugar and a BMI of 25 or more took part. The trial compared empagliflozin plus linagliptin against empagliflozin plus…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bahria University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 18, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Lip bumper may speed up teeth straightening after extractions
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a lip bumper appliance helps straighten lower front teeth faster after removing certain back teeth. 44 people with crooked lower teeth were split into two groups: one got a lip bumper, the other did not. Researchers measured tooth alignment and gum healt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bahria University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 12, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Posters vs pamphlets: which boosts teen Eco-Knowledge?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether posters or pamphlets work better to teach teenagers in Karachi about environmental health, like green spaces and waste management. About 500 students from public and private schools took part. The goal was to see if these simple print materials could …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Bahria University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 11, 2026 12:11 UTC