Can a drug boost weight loss in teens? new study aims to find out.

NCT ID NCT06852391

First seen Jan 17, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study looks at how the body adapts to weight loss in teens with obesity. It compares a lifestyle program alone to the same program plus a medication called semaglutide. The goal is to see which approach works better for long-term weight management. About 74 teens aged 12-17 will take part.

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  • McMaster University

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    Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4L8, Canada

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