Lanreotide and Metformin for Advanced Carcinoids

We are studying the safety of a new treatment combining Lanreotide and Metformin for patients with advanced gastrointestinal or lung carcinoids. This trial aims to understand how well this combination works and its effects on symptoms.

What diseases are being studied?

Health conditions and diseases that the clinical trial is designed to study and treat.

Who can participate in the clinical trial?

These questions help us understand your situation so we can let the trial team know whether you might be a potential match. This is not a medical evaluation and is not part of the official screening, the study doctor will make the final decision..

What medicines are being studied?

Medicines that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These medicines are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Metformina Teva
Metformina Teva is a medicine used to lower blood sugar and help control type 2 diabetes.

What active substances are being studied?

Active substances that are officially approved for use in the European Union and considered safe by EMA. These substances are already on the market and may be tested for new conditions or populations.

Lanreotide
Lanreotide is a somatostatin analogue used to treat acromegaly and control symptoms of neuroendocrine tumors.
Metformin Hydrochloride
Metformin hydrochloride is a substance that helps lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes.

What experimental substances are being tested?

Experimental substances that are being investigated in this clinical trial. These are not yet approved for general use.

Ipstyl

What similar medicines might you know?

Don't worry if you don't know the medicines tested in the trial. There is a chance you have heard about the similar medicines. Check the list below to see if you are familiar with any of them.

Abmetfina Xr
Adimet
Adimet Xr

Where is the clinical trial being conducted?

Locations and medical facilities where this clinical trial is currently recruiting or conducting research. Select the locations where you would like to participate.

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Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Dei Tumori
Medical Oncology 1
Milan, Italy
Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale Dei Tumori
Last updated: Nov 26, 2025

Disclaimer: Parts of this content have been automatically extracted from the EU Clinical Trials registry. While we strive for accuracy, please always contact the trial site or sponsor directly for correct and official information before making any decisions about participation. View on EU Clinical Trials.