Novo Nordisk A/s
Clinical trials sponsored by Novo Nordisk A/s, explained in plain language.
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New drug aims to cut heart attacks in High-Risk kidney patients
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a monthly injection of ziltivekimab can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and heart-related death in 6,200 people with heart disease, chronic kidney disease, and signs of inflammation. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either the acti…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:55 UTC
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New drug shows promise for weight loss in people with diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an investigational medicine called cagrilintide to see how much it helps people with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight. About 330 adults will receive either cagrilintide or a placebo for around 18 months. The main goals are to measure the perc…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:54 UTC
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Weekly shot shows promise for childhood obesity in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a weekly injection of semaglutide helps children aged 6 to 17 with obesity or overweight lose weight. About 210 kids will receive either the drug or a placebo, plus lifestyle advice. The study lasts about 2.5 years and focuses on safety and long-term weig…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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Weekly shot could replace daily injections for short kids
Disease control OngoingThis study tests whether a new once-weekly growth hormone medicine (somapacitan) works as well as the standard daily shot (Norditropin) for children born small who remain short. About 62 children aged 2.5 to 11 years will receive either weekly or daily injections for up to 5 year…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New diabetes combo drug shows promise in Head-to-Head trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new investigational medicine called CagriSema (a combination of two drugs) against an approved drug, tirzepatide, in people with type 2 diabetes. The goal is to see which works better at lowering blood sugar and body weight. About 1,023 adults whose diabetes is…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 15, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New combo therapy aims to improve glucose control in type 1 diabetes
Disease control OngoingThis early-stage study tests a new drug, NNC0194-0499, in 96 adults with type 1 diabetes. The goal is to see if adding this drug, alone or with semaglutide, helps keep blood sugar in a healthy range better than placebo. All participants continue their usual insulin. The study las…
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 could help people with obesity shed and keep off weight
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a once-weekly injection called CagriSema (a combination of two medicines) for weight loss and long-term weight maintenance in adults with obesity. About 609 participants will receive either CagriSema or a placebo for up to 3 years. The goal is to see how much wei…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New obesity drug shows promise in major trial
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new medicine, cagrilintide, to help people with obesity or overweight lose weight. About 300 adults will receive either the drug or a placebo for around 18 months. The main goals are to see how much weight they lose and how many achieve at least a 5% weight red…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Wegovy under the microscope: 2-Year safety check for obesity drug
Disease control OngoingThis study follows 1071 people with obesity in Japan who are taking Wegovy as part of their regular care. Researchers will track side effects and weight changes over 2 years to see how the drug works in everyday life. The goal is to understand real-world safety and effectiveness,…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Real-World wegovy study tracks weight loss over two years
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 1250 adults with obesity who are starting Wegovy as part of their regular medical care. Researchers will track changes in weight, waist size, and quality of life over two years. The goal is to see how well the medication works in real-world settings, not just i…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Global city project aims to stop childhood obesity before it starts
Prevention ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests whether community-based programs that promote healthy eating and physical activity can prevent obesity in children aged 6-13 from disadvantaged urban areas. About 36,000 children in six countries (Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, South Africa, and Spain) will ta…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Prevention
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:01 UTC
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New study tracks Wegovy's safety in pregnancy
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study observes pregnant women who took Wegovy for weight management and compares their health and their babies' health to pregnant women with similar conditions who did not take Wegovy. Researchers will follow infants for one year after birth to check for birth defects or ot…
Sponsor: Novo Nordisk A/S • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:07 UTC