Investigating the long-term weight loss effects of CagriSema in obese individuals

Long-term Efficacy and Safety of Cagrilintide s.c. 2.4 mg in Combination With Semaglutide s.c. 2.4 mg (CagriSema 2.4 mg/2.4 mg) Once Weekly Versus Placebo in Participants With Obesity

Phase 3 Interventional Novo Nordisk A/S · NCT06780449

This study is testing if a new weight loss medication called CagriSema can help people with obesity lose weight and keep it off better than a placebo over three years.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment400 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorNovo Nordisk A/S Industry-sponsored
Locations38 sites (Covina, California and 37 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06780449 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of CagriSema, a new medication developed by Novo Nordisk, in promoting weight loss among individuals with obesity. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either CagriSema or a placebo for a main phase lasting two years, followed by an extension phase of one year where treatment will be adjusted based on previous assignments. The study aims to determine the long-term impact of CagriSema on weight loss compared to a dummy medicine. Both phases are designed to ensure that neither participants nor study doctors know which treatment is being administered.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older with a body mass index (BMI) of 35.0 kg/m² or higher.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of type 1 or type 2 diabetes or those with elevated glycated hemoglobin levels may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a new effective treatment option for individuals struggling with obesity.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar weight loss medications, indicating potential for success in this approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion criteria:

* Male or female.
* Age above or equal to 18 years at the time of signing informed consent.
* Body mass index (BMI) greater than or equal to (\>=) 35.0 kilograms per meter square (kg/m\^2).

Exclusion criteria:

* Glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) \>= 6.5 percent (48 millimoles per mole \[mmol/mol\]) as measured by the central laboratory at screening.
* History of type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Where this trial is running

Covina, California and 37 other locations

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.
Conditions Obesity
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 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.