SGLT2i, Pioglitazone, and Ketone Production in T2D
Protocol lV: SGLT2 Inhibitors, Pioglitazone and Ketone Production in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
64 participants
Jul 20, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
To examine whether the empagliflozin-induced stimulation of EGP, lipolysis, and ketone production in T2D individuals can be blocked by pioglitazone (which has direct hepatic and adipose tissue effects).
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Interventions
A medication used in the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is in the sodium-glucose co-transporter (SGLT-2) class of medications.
Placebo-Inert tablet
Pioglitazone, a medication used in the management and treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is in the thiazolidinedione class of medications
Placebo-Inert tablet
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NCT07053319