Weight loss drug semaglutide tested in HIV patients for first time

NCT ID NCT04174755

First seen May 02, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This study looks at whether semaglutide, a weight loss drug, can help people with HIV who are obese lose more weight than just diet and exercise. About 80 adults with well-controlled HIV will take semaglutide or follow lifestyle changes alone for 28 weeks. Researchers will also check how the drug affects immune function and other health markers.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Mater Misericordiae University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Dublin, Dublin, D07 R2WY, Ireland

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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