Cilostazol-Ginkgo for Cognitive Function in Elderly Diabetes

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phasePhase 3
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age60+
SponsorSeoul National University Bundang Hospital

About this trial

This exploratory pilot study aims to evaluate the cognitive improvement effects of combination therapy with cilostazol (200 mg) and ginkgo biloba extract (160 mg) in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. Both agents have demonstrated potential cognitive benefits through mechanisms such as enhanced cerebral blood flow, anti-inflammatory activity, and neuroprotection. Given the increased risk of cognitive decline and dementia in patients with type 2 diabetes, and the need for preventive strategies, this study will investigate whether the combination therapy can prevent or mitigate cognitive deterioration. Findings from this study may provide foundational data for the future development of therapeutic interventions targeting cognitive impairment in patients with diabetes.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Patients diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus

Adults aged 60 years or older

Patients with a Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score between 24 and 28 within the past 3 months

Disqualifiers

Patients with type 1 diabetes mellitus, diabetic ketoacidosis, or diabetic coma or precoma

Patients with poorly controlled blood glucose (HbA1c > 10.0%)

Patients with an MMSE score below 24

Patients diagnosed with dementia (e.g., Alzheimer's disease)

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Cilostazol / Ginko Leaf Dried Ext.
  • Placebo

Treatment groups

80 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups

Sponsors and collaborators