Can a common constipation drug help diabetics? new study investigates
NCT ID NCT03119584
First seen Apr 05, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether linaclotide, a drug for constipation, can help people with type 2 diabetes who also have chronic constipation. About 23 participants will receive either the drug or a placebo for two weeks, then switch after a break. The goal is to see if the drug increases the number of bowel movements compared to placebo.
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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
El Paso, Texas, 79905, United States
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