Brain scans reveal how Weight-Loss drug curbs cravings

NCT ID NCT02944500

First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at how the weight-loss drug Saxenda (liraglutide) changes brain activity related to appetite and food intake. Researchers will scan the brains of 28 adults with obesity to see how the drug affects their response to food cues. The goal is to better understand the brain mechanisms behind Saxenda's effects.

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Locations

  • Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center General Clinical Research Center

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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