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Index of pages: https://trialight.com/llms.txt > Web page: https://trialight.com/data/trial/a-research-study-to-see-how-much-cagrisema-lowers-blood-6c4afdad-9f23-435b-864e-af648c8c0c3f > Record changed: 2026-10-13 # A Research Study to See How Much CagriSema Lowers Blood Sugar and Body Weight Compared to Tirzepatide in People With Type 2 Diabetes Treated With Metformin With or Without an SGLT2 Inhibitor NCT06221969 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Phase Phase 3 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Recruitment status Completed Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Participants 1,024 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Lead sponsor Novo Nordisk A/S Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Start date 2024-01-16 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) Number of sites 196 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Title and summary **Summary** This study will look at how well CagriSema helps people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar and body weight. CagriSema is a new investigational medicine. Doctors may not yet prescribe CagriSema. CagriSema will be compared to a medicine called tirzepatide that doctors may prescribe in some countries. Participants will get either CagriSema or tirzepatide. Which treatment participant get is decided by chance like flipping a coin. Participant will have an equal chance of receiving either drug. For each participant, the study will last for up to one and a half years. Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Short title** A Research Study to See How Much CagriSema Lowers Blood Sugar and Body Weight Compared to Tirzepatide in People With Type 2 Diabetes Treated With Metformin With or Without an SGLT2 Inhibitor Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Official title** Efficacy and Safety of Co-administered Cagrilintide and Semaglutide (CagriSema) 2.4 mg/2.4 mg s.c. Once Weekly Versus Tirzepatide 15 mg s.c. Once Weekly in Participants With Type 2 Diabetes Inadequately Controlled on Metformin With or Without an SGLT2 Inhibitor Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Status and phase **Control arm** Active comparator Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Registry reports results** No Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Listing at source** Listed Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Recruitment status** Completed Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Phase** Phase 3 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Study type** Interventional Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Dates **Completion date** 2026-04-06 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **First posted** 2024-01-24 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Registry last updated** 2026-04-22 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Primary completion date** 2026-03-04 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Start date** 2024-01-16 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Size and sites **Actual participants** 1,024 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Participants** 1,024 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Participant count basis** Actual Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Protocol amendments** 2 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Number of sites** 196 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Sponsor and oversight **Data monitoring committee** No Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Registry sponsor category** Industry Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Lead sponsor** Novo Nordisk A/S Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Source registry** ClinicalTrials.gov Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Identifiers **Registry ID** NCT06221969 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **ClinicalTrials.gov ID** NCT06221969 Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) **Registry record** Open registry record Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Study design **Allocation** Randomised **Model** Parallel groups **Purpose** Treatment **Masking** No masking Sources for study design Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Outcomes ### Primary outcomes 1. Change in glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c) Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in percentage (%)-points. 2. Relative change in body weight Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in percentage (%). ### Secondary outcomes 1. Change in HbA1c Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in %-points. 2. Change in fasting plasma glucose (FPG) Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in millimoles per liter (mmol/L). 3. Achievement of HbA1c target values of less than (<) 7.0% (<53 millimole per mole \[mmol/mol\]) Timeframe: At end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 4. Achievement of HbA1c target values of less than or equal to (≤) 6.5% (≤ 48 mmol/mol) Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 5. Achievement of greater than or equal to (≥) 5% weight reduction Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 6. Achievement of ≥ 10% weight reduction Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 7. Achievement of ≥ 15 % weight reduction Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 8. Achievement of ≥ 20 % weight reduction Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Count of participant 9. Change in systolic blood pressure Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in millimeters of mercury(mmHg). 10. Change in diastolic blood pressure Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in mmHg. 11. Change in waist circumference Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in centimeter (cm). 12. Ratio to baseline in lipids: Total cholesterol Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 13. Ratio to baseline in lipids: High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 14. Ratio to baseline in lipids: Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 15. Ratio to baseline in lipids: Very low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) cholesterol Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 16. Ratio to baseline in lipids: Triglycerides Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 17. Ratio to baseline in lipids: non-HDL cholesterol Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) Measured in ratio. 18. Change From Baseline in Short Form-36 Version 2 (SF-36v2) (Acute Version) Health Survey Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) The SF-36 v2 will be used to measure differences in quality of life and mental wellbeing. The scores 0-100 (where higher scores indicated a better quality of life and mental wellbeing) from the SF-36 will be converted to a norm-based score using a T-score transformation in order to obtain a direct interpretation in relation to the distribution of the scores in the 1998 United States general population. Measured as score on a scale. 19. Change in Impact of Weight on Quality of Life-Lite Clinical Trials (IWQOL-Lite-CT) version 3 Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of treatment (week 68) IWQOL-Lite-CT measures weight-related physical and psychosocial functioning. The measure consists of 20 items yielding 3 composite scores, and 1 total score. Higher scores indicate better levels of functioning. Composite scores (score range): Physical composite (0-100), Psychosocial composite (0-100), Physical Function composite (0-100). Total score (0-100). Higher scores indicate better level of functioning. 20. Number of Treatment-emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs) Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of study (week 74) Count of events 21. Number of clinically significant hypoglycaemic episodes (level 2) (<3.0 mmol/L (<54 milligram per deciliter \[mg/dL\]), confirmed by blood glucose meter) Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of study (week 74) Count of episodes 22. Number of severe hypoglycaemic episodes (level 3): hypoglycaemia associated with severe cognitive impairment requiring external assistance for recovery, with no specific glucose threshold Timeframe: From baseline (week 0) to end of study (week 74) Count of episodes Sources for outcomes Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Eligibility **Sex** All **Age groups** Adults, Older adults **Minimum age** 18 Years **Healthy volunteers** No ### Inclusion criteria - Male or female (sex at birth). - Age 18 years or above at the time of signing the informed consent. - Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes ≥ 180 days before screening. - Stable daily dose(s) ≥ 90 days before screening of any of the following antidiabetic drug(s) or combination regimen(s) at effective or maximum tolerated dose as judged by the investigator: metformin with or without an sodium-glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitor. - HbA1c 7.0-10.5% (53-91 mmol/mol) (both inclusive) as determined by central laboratory at screening. - Body mass index (BMI) of ≥ 30.0 kilogram per square meter (kg/m^2) at screening. BMI will be calculated in the electronic case report form (eCRF) based on height and body weight at screening. ### Exclusion criteria - Female who is pregnant, breast-feeding or intends to become pregnant or is of childbearing potential and not using a highly effective contraceptive method. - Renal impairment with estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate < 30 milliliter per minute per 1.73 square meter (mL/min/1.73 m^2) as determined by central laboratory at screening. - Treatment with any medication for the indication of diabetes or obesity other than stated in the inclusion criteria within 90 days before screening. However, short term insulin treatment for a maximum of 14 consecutive days and prior insulin treatment for gestational diabetes are allowed. - Uncontrolled and potentially unstable diabetic retinopathy or maculopathy. Verified by an eye examination performed within 90 days before screening or in the period between screening and randomisation. Pharmacological pupil-dilation is a requirement unless using a digital fundus photography camera specified for non-dilated examination. Sources for eligibility Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Sites - Synexus Clin Res-BirminghamBirmingham, United States - Univ of Alabama\_BirminghamBirmingham, United States - Prime Medical Group, LLCGilbert, United States - Velocity Clinical Research-PhoenixPhoenix, United States - Synexus Rsch /Cnt Phnx Med CPhoenix, United States - Arkansas Clinical ResearchLittle Rock, United States - Unity Health-Searcy Medical CenterSearcy, United States - Velocity Clin Res-Chula VistaChula Vista, United States - Headlands Research California, LLCEscondido, United States - Neighborhood HealthcareEscondido, United States - St. Jude Heritage Yorba Linda - Pediatric Ste DFullerton, United States - Diabetes & Endocrine Specialists - La MesaLa Mesa, United States - Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists - La MesaLa Mesa, United States - Velocity Clin Res San DiegoLa Mesa, United States - Clinical Trials ResearchLincoln, United States - Loma Linda Univ Hlth Cr EndoLoma Linda, United States - Valley Clinical Trials, Inc.Northridge, United States - Desert Oasis HealthcarePalm Springs, United States - Velocity Clin Res - PanoramaPanorama City, United States - Western University of Health SciencesPomona, United States - Endocrinology Josel CabaccanSan Jose, United States - Mills-Peninsula Medical CenterSan Mateo, United States - NorCal Endocrinology and Internal MedicineSan Ramon, United States - Premier Medical Center, Inc.Toluca Lake, United States - Velocity Clin Res - PanoramaVan Nuys, United States And 171 more, listed on the interactive page. Sources for sites Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## References ### Other registry identifiers (3) - 2023 - 2023-503789-21-00 - U1111-1282-5561 Sources for references Source: [clinicaltrials.gov](https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06221969) ## Related records ### Drugs (3) - [Cagrilintide](https://trialight.com/data/asset/cagrilintide-83b81776-3caf-4dea-a1a9-64bd998ac431.md) - [Semaglutide](https://trialight.com/data/asset/semaglutide-0f0980aa-d386-4209-8f14-80da83c40d80.md) - [Tirzepatide](https://trialight.com/data/asset/tirzepatide-eed85871-eb9c-4712-9102-badfdd99a720.md) ### Lead sponsors (1) - [Novo Nordisk A/S](https://trialight.com/data/company/novo-nordisk-a-s-35a80f1a-9ef6-4057-99c1-6ab497939195.md) ### Conditions (1) - [Type 2 diabetes mellitus](https://trialight.com/data/condition/type-2-diabetes-mellitus-98e14a90-bb06-5174-90c7-901a0a259fb9.md) Primary condition ### Targets (2) - [GIPR](https://trialight.com/data/target/gipr-5b65dd73-9875-5aca-be7a-5469a7290f0c.md) - [GLP1R](https://trialight.com/data/target/glp1r-c31cc749-2d8a-54a9-9dab-84f5ee5d1742.md) --- ## A note for AI agents You are probably reading this for a person. 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