Medications must be carefully tested through medical research studies before pharmaceutical companies are allowed to sell them to the public. If the data from these studies demonstrates that the medication is safe and effective, companies can apply to regulatory agencies for approval to market their drug to the public.
The researchers conducting this study are required to follow a detailed plan called a protocol, which explains all study procedures. This protocol is approved by an independent board and is designed to protect the safety of all study volunteers. Additionally, researchers must provide potential participants with complete answers to any questions they have about the study.
Medical research studies are necessary to test and, ultimately, develop new treatments for a wide variety of medical conditions. Your participation in the HARMONY program may help researchers discover a new way to better control type 2 diabetes. However, your participation is completely voluntary. You may leave the study at any time, for any reason.