Including this clinical study.

Managing your blood sugar levels means making a lot of decisions - some less clear than others. That’s why you may want to talk with us. If you have type 2 diabetes, you may be eligible to participate in a clinical study of an investigational drug for type 2 diabetes. Study participation is for people with type 2 diabetes who are currently being treated with metformin alone (sometimes called Glucophage®). Study participation includes (at no cost):

• Regularly scheduled, study-related doctor appointments.
• Close monitoring and study-related care from healthcare
  professionals - including regularly scheduled reviews
  and discussions of diet and exercise habits.
• A glucose monitor and supply of test strips.
• Study drug (either the investigational drug or a placebo).
  

But whether or not you are eligible, whether or not you choose to participate in Taking On Type 2 Together, it is important that you get the care and attention you need. It's the first step in making the right decisions about managing your type 2 diabetes.

Call today. Type 2 diabetes: it’s your concern - and ours.

To learn more, please call: 1 888.92TYPE2

The first thing to know is that you're not alone in the effort to control diabetes.

"When I was first diagnosed, I felt like I'd landed on Mars and no one was speaking any English. I sure would be grateful for any suggestions."

Like anyone, you lead a busy life. You have your share of responsibilities and even dreams you want to pursue. What's different is that now you also have to manage your diabetes. And, as the saying goes, that's easier said than done. Finding time to exercise, eating the right foods, and keeping a close eye on your blood sugar can be more than inconvenient. At times it can even seem overwhelming - especially if you're having trouble controlling your blood sugar.

We - the physicians and medical professionals of Taking On Type 2 Together - understand how frustrating type 2 diabetes can be and that you may have unanswered questions about your condition and its treatment. In the big picture, that's why we're conducting this clinical study. We're hoping to help make it a little easier for people to live with type 2 diabetes.

What exactly are clinical studies?

Clinical studies are an important part of the development of medical treatments. They are designed to test the safety and effectiveness of investigational treatments before they are approved. To do this, the investigational treatment may be compared to the current standard of care, to an inactive substance, or to some other form of treatment. People only participate in clinical studies if they want to and they can stop participating at any time.

What is this study about?

Right now, more people in America than ever before have type 2 diabetes. Unfortunately, it's often hard for those who do not have the condition to understand all the day-to-day problems faced by those who do. Sometimes, even family members can forget how difficult it can be to maintain a steady sugar level.

Taking On Type 2 Together is a clinical study designed to determine the safety and effectiveness of an investigational treatment for type 2 diabetes. Participants receive study-related care from physicians who understand the needs of people with type 2 diabetes. So, this study is working to provide information and answers - both for people with type 2 diabetes and for the advancement of medical science.

Why might I want to consider participating?

I think it's important to understand diet substitution vs. change. Otherwise, you feel like you can't eat anything, and it's really frustrating."

Maybe you've been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are looking into your options. Maybe you're interested in doing more to control your blood sugar levels. Maybe you're concerned that lifestyle changes aren't enough to control your diabetes. Whatever your situation, participation in Taking On Type 2 Together may be able to help. That's because Taking On Type 2 Together provides, among other things, a structured schedule and monitoring for your diabetes, that includes diet, exercise, and medical care.

What does study participation include?

Taking On Type 2 Together provides the following to all participants,
at no cost to them:

• Regularly scheduled study-related doctor appointments throughout study participation
• Study medication - either the investigational treatment or a placebo (an inactive medication).
• A glucose meter and supply of test strips
• Close monitoring and care - including a review and discussion of diet and exercise habits - from physicians and medical professionals trained in the treatment of type 2 diabetes.

People who participate in Taking On Type 2 Together receive study-related care and attention over the course of regularly scheduled study visits from a physician and medical professionals trained in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. During these checkups, participants receive close monitoring of their blood glucose levels, as well as basic medical examinations to help keep close track of their diabetic health.

Everyone who participates in Taking On Type 2 Together also receives study medication - either the investigational drug treatment, or a placebo. This will be taken in addition to your metformin.

Additionally, every participant is provided a blood glucose meter with a supply of test strips for the entire time that he or she participates in the study. Study participants are asked to keep track of their blood sugar levels from day to day.

All study participants receive their study medication, study-related care, and testing supplies at no cost to them.

How do I learn more?

To learn more about Taking On Type 2 Together, Call 1-888-92TYPE2.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about Taking On Type 2 Together. Remember: whether or not you participate in our study, it's very important to find the care and treatment for your type 2 diabetes that's right for you.