Evaluating a triple therapy for type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease

Use of Clinical-trials and Simulation Models to Estimate Cost-effectiveness of Non-steroidal Mineralocorticoid Antagonists, RASi and SGLT2i as Triple Therapy With Type 2 Diabetes and Chronic Kidney Disease

PHASE4 · Chinese University of Hong Kong · NCT06727409

This study is testing a new combination of three medications to see if it can help people with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease reduce protein in their urine.

Quick facts

PhasePHASE4
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment82 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorChinese University of Hong Kong (other)
Locations1 site (Hong Kong)
Trial IDNCT06727409 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of a triple therapy regimen combining non-steroidal mineralocorticoid antagonists, RAS inhibitors, and SGLT2 inhibitors in reducing albuminuria in patients with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease. The trial will involve adult participants who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes for at least six months and meet specific kidney function criteria. The primary focus is on understanding the cost-effectiveness of this treatment approach through clinical trials and simulation models.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 and older with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease who are already on stable doses of SGLT2 inhibitors and ACE inhibitors or ARBs.

Not a fit: Patients with type 1 diabetes or those who have contraindications to the medications involved in the study may not benefit.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new effective treatment option for managing kidney complications in patients with type 2 diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using similar therapeutic combinations for managing diabetes and kidney disease, indicating potential for success.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18 years or above
* Diagnosis of type 2 diabetes at least 6 months
* CKD (eGFR by CKD-EPI 25-90 ml/min/1.73m2 with uACR 30 to \<300 mg/g) and/or those with severely elevated albuminuria (uACR 30-5000 mg/g) and eGFR \> 60 ml/min/1.73m2.
* Patients should have a serum potassium \<4.8 mmol/l at screening
* On SGLT2i (dapagliflozin or empaglifozin) at screening at stable doses for at least 4 weeks.
* On ACEi or ARB at maximum tolerated dose per manufacturer's label that did not cause unacceptable side effects
* In the opinion of the investigator, absence of any physical limitations, addictive diseases, or underlying medical conditions (including mental health) that may preclude the patient from being a suitable study candidate.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Type 1 diabetes
* Allergy, contraindications or intolerance to ACEi/ARB
* Contraindications or intolerance to mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists
* Allergy, contraindications to SGLT2is
* Currently pregnant or planning pregnancy
* HbA1c \>9% at enrolment
* Uncontrolled hypertension SBP \> 160mmHg or hypotension \<90 mmHg at enrolment
* Concomitant therapy with eplenerone, spironolactone that cannot be discontinued.
* History of stroke or worsening heart failure in the past 6 months prior to screening
* Diabetic ketoacidosis, hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state or myocardial infarction in the six months prior to screening
* Patients on renal replacement therapy or likely require kidney transplant or dialysis during the study period
* On concomitant strong CYP3A4 inhibitors that cannot be discontinued
* Adrenal insufficiency
* Currently participating in another investigational study protocol where the testing or results may interfere with study compliance, diagnostic results, or data collection.
* An identified protected vulnerable patient (including but not limited to those in detention, or a prisoner).

Where this trial is running

Hong Kong

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Patients With Type 2 Diabetes, Finereone, Triple therapy, Type 2 Diabetes, Chronic kidney disease

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.