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Clinical trials sponsored by Novo Nordisk A/s, explained in plain language.
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New combo shot shows promise for diabetes control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether combining two medicines, cagrilintide and semaglutide, works better than either alone for controlling blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. 92 adults received either the combo or a single drug plus a dummy shot for about 32 weeks. The main goal was…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New diabetes pill shows promise for kids in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new diabetes pill (semaglutide) against a dummy pill in 132 children and teens with type 2 diabetes. Participants took one tablet each morning on an empty stomach and waited 30 minutes before eating. The study lasted about 15 months and checked how well the me…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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Could Weight-Loss drugs also help heal Alcohol-Damaged livers?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested several medications, including semaglutide and cagrilintide, alone or together, to see if they could reduce liver damage and alcohol use in people with alcohol-related liver disease. About 270 adults with a history of heavy drinking took part. The goal was to me…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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New pen injector could make hemophilia a treatment easier
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new pen injector for giving the hemophilia A medicine Mim8. The goal was to see if the pen injector delivers the same amount of medicine into the blood as a standard syringe. 205 healthy men received one dose of Mim8 either with the pen or a syringe. The resul…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New diabetes pill shows promise in Real-World study
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 291 adults with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar was not well controlled on their current medication (DPP4i). Participants switched to an oral medication called semaglutide and were monitored for about 5-6 months. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar l…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Real-World study tracks diabetes Pill's effect on blood sugar
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how well the diabetes pill Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) works in real-world settings for adults with type 2 diabetes. Researchers tracked changes in blood sugar levels and body weight over about 8-10 months. Participants took the medication as prescribed by th…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Weekly insulin shot could replace daily injections for diabetes
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new insulin that is injected just once a week against a standard daily insulin in 582 adults with type 2 diabetes. The goal was to see if the weekly insulin controls blood sugar as well as the daily one. Participants also used mealtime insulin. The trial laste…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Weekly insulin shot + skin sensor helps control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new once-weekly insulin (icodec) combined with a flash glucose monitor (a small sensor worn on the arm) in 51 adults with type 2 diabetes who had never used insulin before. The goal was to see if this approach helps control blood sugar levels over 26 weeks. Pa…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New diabetes pill shows promise in Real-World study
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 155 adults with type 2 diabetes who were prescribed Rybelsus (oral semaglutide) by their doctors. The goal was to see how well the once-daily pill lowers blood sugar and affects body weight over 8-10 months. Participants completed a questionnaire about how the…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New combo shot shows promise for diabetes and weight loss
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new investigational medicine called CagriSema (a combination of two drugs) in 274 adults with type 2 diabetes who were already taking daily insulin. Participants received either CagriSema or a placebo shot once a week for about a year. The goal was to see if C…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New hope for hemophilia b: trial shows bleeding control in chinese patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a medicine called nonacog beta pegol (N9-GP) in 30 Chinese men aged 12-70 with moderate to severe hemophilia B. The medicine is injected into a vein to treat or prevent bleeding episodes. The trial lasted about 12-16 months and checked how well the medicine stop…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New hope for kids with hemophilia b: trial shows bleeding control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new long-acting clotting factor drug (NNC-0156-0000-0009) in 25 children with hemophilia B. The goal was to see if it safely prevents bleeding episodes. Children received regular infusions to replace the missing clotting factor. The drug helped control bleeds,…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New drug dasiglucagon shows promise for severe hypoglycemia in asian patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called dasiglucagon against the standard treatment glucagon for severe low blood sugar in Asian adults and Japanese teenagers with type 1 diabetes. The goal was to see if dasiglucagon raises blood sugar just as quickly and safely. Participants rec…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New combo shot CagriSema shows promise for weight loss in type 2 diabetes
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called CagriSema, a once-weekly injection, to help people with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight. About 1,200 adults received either CagriSema or a placebo for around 1.5 years. The main goals were to measure weight loss and ho…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New combo shot CagriSema shows promise in major weight loss trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called CagriSema, which combines two drugs (cagrilintide and semaglutide), to help people with overweight or obesity lose weight. About 300 adults took part, receiving either CagriSema or a dummy shot once a week for around 1½ years. The main goal…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Weight loss drug showdown: semaglutide vs. the rest
Disease control CompletedThis study tested how well semaglutide helps people with obesity lose weight compared to other approved weight loss medications. About 500 adults from three US employers took part. The goal was to see if semaglutide leads to greater weight loss and improvements in quality of life…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Ozempic's Long-Term safety checked in thousands of diabetes patients
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety and effectiveness of Ozempic in over 3,200 Japanese adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants took the drug as prescribed by their doctor for about 3 years. Researchers tracked side effects, blood sugar control, weight changes, and qualit…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New diabetes pill shows promise in Real-World study
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at how well the once-daily pill Rybelsus® works for adults with type 2 diabetes in everyday life. Researchers tracked changes in blood sugar and body weight over about 8-10 months. Participants took the medication as prescribed by their doctor and filled out que…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Weekly shot could replace daily needles for kids with growth hormone deficiency
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine, somapacitan, given once a week, against the standard daily medicine Norditropin in 200 children with growth hormone deficiency. The goal was to see if the weekly shot works as well and is safe. Children received either the weekly or daily injecti…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Weekly shot helps asians with obesity shed pounds in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a once-weekly injection of semaglutide (2.4 mg) in 150 Asian adults with obesity (BMI 25 or higher). Participants received either the drug or a placebo, plus lifestyle advice, for about a year. The main goal was to see how much weight they lost. Results showed t…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New weekly shot shows promise for diabetes control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine, NNC0519-0130, in 299 adults with type 2 diabetes. Participants received weekly injections of different doses to see how well it lowers blood sugar and body weight. The study lasted about 40 weeks and is now complete.
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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New shot could cut bleeding episodes for hemophilia a patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called Mim8 in 281 adults and teens with hemophilia A, including those with inhibitors. Mim8 helps replace missing clotting factor to prevent bleeding episodes. Participants received weekly or monthly injections. The goal was to see if Mim8 works …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Weekly shot helps people with obesity shed pounds in major trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a weekly injection of semaglutide (2.4 mg) to help people with overweight or obesity lose weight. 375 adults took part, some receiving the drug and others a placebo, along with lifestyle counseling. The main goal was to see how much weight they lost over 44 week…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:02 UTC
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New combo shot shows promise for kidney health in diabetes patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether a new investigational medicine called CagriSema (a combination of two drugs) can reduce kidney damage in people with chronic kidney disease, type 2 diabetes, and overweight or obesity. About 626 participants received either CagriSema, one of its componen…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:04 UTC
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New combo shot CagriSema takes on diabetes and weight
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new weekly medicine called CagriSema, which combines two drugs (semaglutide and cagrilintide), in over 2,700 adults with type 2 diabetes. The goal was to see if the combo lowers blood sugar and body weight better than either drug alone or a placebo. Participan…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Diabetes pill showdown: can Once-Daily semaglutide beat the rest?
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a once-daily pill called RYBELSUS® against other diabetes pills in over 1,000 adults with type 2 diabetes who were already taking metformin. The goal was to see which pill works better at lowering blood sugar over one year. Participants were randomly assigned to…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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New pill shows promise for sickle cell sufferers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new oral medicine called NDec in 96 adults with sickle cell disease. The goal was to see if it can safely raise hemoglobin levels and reduce painful crises. Participants took capsules twice a week for about a year, and some also continued their usual hydroxyur…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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New insulin speeds up blood sugar control in diabetes trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new fast-acting insulin (faster aspart) against a standard insulin (NovoRapid) in 331 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Both insulins were taken alongside a long-acting insulin, with or without metformin. The goal was to see if the new insulin works bette…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New doses of diabetes drug show promise for blood sugar and weight control
Disease control CompletedThis study tested three different doses of semaglutide (2 mg, 8 mg, and 16 mg) in 245 adults with type 2 diabetes and overweight who were already taking metformin. The main goals were to see how well each dose lowered blood sugar and body weight over 40 weeks. Participants receiv…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New diabetes pill shows Real-World results in spanish patients
Disease control CompletedThis study followed 465 adults with type 2 diabetes in Spain who were already prescribed Rybelsus® (oral semaglutide) by their doctor. Researchers tracked changes in blood sugar levels, body weight, and how satisfied patients were with their treatment over 8-10 months. The goal w…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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New shot could help kids with hemophilia a avoid bleeds
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called Mim8 in 70 children aged 1-11 with hemophilia A, some of whom had inhibitors that make standard treatments less effective. Mim8 is given as a shot under the skin to help prevent bleeding episodes. The study lasted about 54-98 weeks and trac…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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Could a diabetes pill slow Alzheimer's? major trial results are in
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether the diabetes drug semaglutide (taken as a pill) can help people with early Alzheimer's disease. About 1,840 participants received either the drug or a placebo for up to 3 years and 4 months. The main goal was to see if semaglutide slows decline in memory…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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New weekly shot could stop bleeding for hemophilia patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called Mim8 for people with hemophilia A, a condition where blood doesn't clot properly. Mim8 is a shot given under the skin that helps replace the missing clotting factor. The trial included 275 people, some healthy and some with hemophilia, to s…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:59 UTC
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New weight loss drug tested in chinese adults – early safety results in
Disease control CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new medicine (NNC0487-0111) for weight control in 36 Chinese adults with overweight or obesity. The main goal was to check the drug's safety and how it moves through the body. Participants received either the study drug or a placebo by injection, a…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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New diabetes drug shows promise in weekly shot or daily pill
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called NNC0487-0111 in 448 adults with type 2 diabetes. The goal was to see how well different doses lower blood sugar and body weight compared to a placebo. Participants received either a weekly injection, a daily pill, or a dummy treatment for a…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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New combo shot CagriSema takes on tirzepatide in obesity showdown
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new experimental medicine called CagriSema (a combination of cagrilintide and semaglutide) against the existing drug tirzepatide for weight loss in adults with obesity. About 800 participants received weekly injections under the skin for up to 1.5 years. The g…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Apr 23, 2026 12:44 UTC
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Brain scans reveal how new combo drug curbs cravings
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at how a combination medicine called CagriSema affects appetite and brain activity in people who are overweight or have obesity. About 164 participants took part, some receiving the medicine and others a placebo. The goal was to understand how the drug changes f…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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Weekly shot shows promise for weight loss and knee pain relief in obesity
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a weekly injection of semaglutide (2.4 mg) versus a placebo in 407 adults with obesity and knee osteoarthritis. Participants received diet and exercise advice alongside the injection. The goal was to see if the drug could reduce body weight and ease knee pain ov…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New combo drug CagriSema may curb appetite in obesity trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether CagriSema, a combination of two medicines, can reduce how much people eat and their appetite. 62 adults with overweight or obesity received either CagriSema or a placebo for about 32 weeks. Researchers measured food intake and stomach emptying to see if …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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10-Year study tracks health after obesity drug trial ends
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study follows people who were in the SELECT trial for an anti-obesity medication. It does not provide any new treatment—instead, participants fill out health questionnaires every 6 months for up to 10 years. The goal is to see long-term effects like heart attacks, strokes, c…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New diabetes drug tested in people with kidney problems
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different levels of kidney function affect a new medicine called NNC0519-0130 for type 2 diabetes. Thirty-six adults with normal, mildly, moderately, or severely reduced kidney function received a single dose. Researchers measured the drug levels in their…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:56 UTC
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No pills, no clinic: study tests remote monitoring for weight management
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether health data can be collected remotely from people with overweight or obesity using a smartphone app, watch, and scale. 146 adults took part for 24 weeks, and no study medicine was given. The goal was to see how well remote data collection works for weigh…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Doctors quizzed on inflammation blood test for heart and kidney patients
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study surveyed 608 heart and kidney specialists to understand their awareness and use of a blood test called hsCRP, which measures inflammation. The goal was to learn what doctors think about inflammation's role in managing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, c…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Healthy men test new semaglutide pill: water and breakfast timing matter
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how different amounts of water and delays before breakfast affect levels of a new semaglutide tablet in the blood. 121 healthy men took the tablet daily for 10 days. The goal was to find the best way to take the medicine for future use.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New obesity drug tested in healthy men – early safety results expected
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single dose of the experimental drug monlunabant in 73 healthy men of normal weight, half Japanese and half Caucasian. The main goal was to check for side effects and see how the drug moves through the body. Participants were randomly assigned to r…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Liver health may influence how Weight-Loss drug works
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how the body processes cagrilintide, a drug being developed for weight management, in people with different levels of liver function. It involved 32 adults, including those with liver impairment and healthy volunteers. The goal was to measure drug levels in t…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:04 UTC
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Healthy volunteers help compare new semaglutide tablet to current version
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new formulation of the medicine semaglutide in healthy adults. The goal was to measure how much of the drug gets into the blood with the new tablet compared to the current one. About 264 participants took different doses daily for up to 21 weeks. The study is …
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:03 UTC
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Breakfast vs. empty stomach: study tests drug absorption
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how a high-fat meal changes the amount of the experimental drug etavopivat in the blood of 16 healthy adults. Each person took a single dose of the drug after eating a fatty meal and on an empty stomach on different days. The goal was to see if food affects h…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:03 UTC
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Healthy volunteers test experimental drug in Early-Stage safety trial
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single injection of an experimental drug called NNC0582-0001 in 56 healthy adults. The main goal was to check safety and how the drug moves through the body, not to treat any disease. Participants were followed for about a year after the injection.
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Heart check for new sickle cell drug: healthy volunteers wanted
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new medicine called etavopivat, being developed for sickle cell disease, to see if it changes the heart's electrical activity. Thirty-three healthy adults received different doses of the drug, a placebo, or an approved heart medicine. The goal was to check for…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New fatty liver drug tested in humans for first time
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a new medicine called NNC0581-0001 in 48 adults to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. Some participants were healthy, and others had fatty liver (hepatic steatosis). Participants received either the drug or a placebo by injection under th…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Middle east inflammation study completed: no treatment, just data
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study measured how many people with heart or kidney disease have high levels of body-wide inflammation. Researchers collected medical information from 756 adults in the Middle East during a single clinic visit. No treatments or medications were given as part of this study.
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 26, 2026 19:35 UTC
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First look: new blood disorder drug tested in healthy volunteers
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single dose of a new oral medicine called etavopivat in 24 healthy Chinese volunteers. The main goal was to see how the drug moves through and is processed by the body (pharmacokinetics) and to check its initial safety and tolerability. The results…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 09, 2026 19:34 UTC