Research and Trials

Research and Trials 01 Jan 2013

A Study to Assess Use of Zenapax (Daclizumab) and CellCept (Mycophenolate Mofetil) to Improve Kidney Function in Kidney Transplant Patients

This study will compare kidney function in kidney transplant patients following treatment with various combinations of Zenapax, CellCept, corticosteroids, and Neoral (Cyclosporine). The anticipated time on study treatment is 6-12 months, and the target sample size is 500+ individuals. Official Title A Randomized, Open-Label Study Comparing the Effects of Low-Dose…
Children's health 01 Jan 2013

Rosiglitazone and Insulin in T1DM Adolescents

Type 1 Diabetes is the most common life-long disorder with onset in childhood. Patients need insulin injections, blood sugar monitoring several times each day, and adhere to a strict diet. Adequate control of blood glucose is essential to prevent long term kidney and eye complications that result in kidney failure…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

A 1-Year Study On The Effects Of CP-945,598 For The Treatment Of Obesity In Overweight Type 2 Diabetic Patients

The purpose of this study is to determine if CP-945,598 is effective in the treatment of obesity in type 2 diabetic patients. Official Title A 1-Year, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Phase 3 Study To Evaluate The Efficacy And Safety Of CP-945,598 In The Treatment Of Overweight, Oral Agent-Treated Subjects With Type…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

Comparison of Two Approaches to Insulin Therapy in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes

A study of patients with type 2 diabetes who are not controlled on two or more oral antihyperglycemic agents comparing adding insulin lispro mid mixture to the oral antihyperglycemic agents to adding insulin glargine to the oral antihyperglycemic agents. Official Title Comparison of Two Approaches to Basal-Bolus Insulin Therapy in…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

Blood Pressure and Glucose Lowering for the Prevention of Vascular Disease in High Risk Patients With Type 2 Diabetes.

The purpose of this study is to provide information on the risks and benefits of routine blood pressure lowering (regardless of blood pressure level), and intensive lowering of blood glucose levels, in patients with Type 2 diabetes at high risk of cardiovascular events. The major outcomes of the study will…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

A Study of GK Activator (2) in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Treated With a Stable Dose of Metformin

This study will evaluate the efficacy, safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of GK Activator (2) in combination with metformin, compared to that of placebo (metformin monotherapy), in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Patients will continue on their stable dose of metformin and will be randomized to receive either GK Activator…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

Saxagliptin Treatment in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes Who Are Not Controlled With Diet and Exercise

The purpose of this clinical research study is to learn whether Saxagliptin is more effective than placebo as a treatment for type 2 diabetic subjects who are not sufficiently controlled with diet and exercise. The safety of this treatment will also be studied. Official Title A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled,…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

GALLANT 22 Tesaglitazar Vs. Placebo in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes

This is a 24-week randomized, double-blind, parallel-group, multi-center, placebo-controlled study of tesaglitazar (0.5 and 1 mg) in patients with type 2 diabetes, not adequately controlled on diet and lifestyle advice alone during the run-in period. The study comprises a 6-week single-blind placebo run-in period, followed by 24-week treatment period and…
Hormones 01 Jan 2013

Safety and Efficacy of Inhaled Pre-Prandial Human Insulin in Type 2 Diabetes

The aim of this research study is to compare the efficacy of adding inhaled preprandial insulin to glimepiride compared to adding rosiglitazone to glimepiride for the treatment of type 2 diabetes and to verify its safety (hypoglycaemia, pulmonary function, body weight, insulin antibodies and side effects) Official Title Safety and…