Glucagon and GLP-1 receptor dual agonist survodutide for obesity: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, dose-finding phase 2 trial

Authors: le Roux CW, Steen O, Lucas KJ, Startseva E, Unseld A, et al.

Journal
Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol
Year
2024
Citations
300
Type
Clinical Trial
Subject
Human
Condition
Obesity / Type 2 Diabetes
TL;DR

Phase 2 trial: survodutide (GLP-1/glucagon dual agonist) demonstrated significant weight loss across dose levels in adults with obesity across 12 countries.

View Paper DOI: 10.1016/S2213-8587(23)00356-X

Abstract

Obesity is a widespread and chronic condition that requires long-term management; research into additional targets to improve treatment outcomes remains a priority.. This study aimed to investigate the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of glucagon receptor-GLP-1 receptor dual agonist survodutide (BI 456906) in obesity management.. In this randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled,.

Key Findings

Obesity is a widespread and chronic condition that requires long-term management; research into additional targets to improve treatment outcomes remains a priority. | In this randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, dose-finding phase 2 trial conducted in 43 centres in 12 countries, we enrolled participants (aged 18-75 years, BMI ≥27 kg/m2, without diab...

Study Design

Randomized controlled trial