Pregnancy Related study: Myo-inositol
Official title Myo-inositol During Pregnancy to Prevent Gestational Diabetes
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06575868
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether taking myo-inositol during pregnancy can reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you are pregnant and at risk for gestational diabetes.
- What's involved
- You will take a small pill at home, either myo-inositol or a pretend pill, and your health will be checked by the study team.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about 12 weeks, with a few visits to the clinic for blood tests and health checks.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45, women only
You may be able to join if
- Singleton gestations
- Women aged \> 18 years and \< 45 years
- Recruited before 16 weeks gestation
- Obese (pre-pregnancy BMI ≥ 30)
- Receiving prenatal care at Tufts Medical Center
You likely can't join if
- Multiple gestation
- Preexisting diabetes
- Taking medications that impact body weight or metabolism (eg metformin)
- Inability to tolerate glucose tolerance test
- Adults unable to consent (cognitively impaired adults)
- Wards of the state
See the full eligibility criteria
- Singleton gestations
- Women aged \> 18 years and \< 45 years
- Recruited before 16 weeks gestation
- Obese (pre-pregnancy BMI ≥ 30)
- Receiving prenatal care at Tufts Medical Center
- Planning to give birth at Tufts Medical Center
- Can tolerate glucose tolerance test
- Willing and able to wear CGM
- Willing and able to sign informed consent
- Multiple gestation
- Preexisting diabetes
- Taking medications that impact body weight or metabolism (eg metformin)
- Inability to tolerate glucose tolerance test
- Adults unable to consent (cognitively impaired adults)
- Wards of the state
- Non-viable neonates
- Neonates of uncertain viability
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Boston, Massachusetts, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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