A Pilot Study of Fenofibrate to Prevent Kidney Function Loss in Type 1 Diabetes
Description:
The purpose of this study is to learn more about the effect of a drug called fenofibrate on kidney function in people with type 1 diabetes. A few studies have suggested that fenofibrate may slow loss of kidney function in people with type 2 diabetes. However, it has not been given to people specifically with type 1 diabetes mellitus to reduce their chances to develop kidney disease. The information gathered in the present study will be used to design a larger study to see whether fenofibrate can be used to prevent kidney function loss also in people with type1 diabetes.
This study involves:
- 8 study visits over 1 ½ years
- Take 1 fenofibrate pill or inactive pill daily
- Comprehensive kidney function exams at 4 of the study visits
- Blood and urine tests
- EKG
All study related procedures are provided at no charge.
Monetary compensation and parking validation will be provided for eligible study participants.
Recruitment:
- Age 18-70
- Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes
- Have had diabetes for at least 8 years
- We determine that you have signs of kidney problems due to diabetes
Contact:
The PERL-Fenofibrate Study<
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Toll free: 1-866-622-3885
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