Zealand Pharma
Clinical trials sponsored by Zealand Pharma, explained in plain language.
A biopharmaceutical company focused on peptide-based medicines for metabolic and gastrointestinal diseases.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Can a new drug called ZP9830 calm psoriasis Flare-Ups? Results expected Apr 2027 (estimated)
- Liver function may affect how Weight-Loss drug petrelintide works Results expected Apr 2027 (estimated)
- Can a new injectable drug safely tackle weight? an early trial seeks answers Results expected Sep 2027 (estimated)
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New weekly shot shows promise for weight loss in type 2 diabetes
Disease control CompletedThis Phase 2 trial tests a once-weekly injection called petrelintide in 221 people with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes. Participants receive either petrelintide or a placebo for several weeks. The main goal is to see how much weight they lose and whether blood sugar im…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New weekly shot shows promise for gut disorder patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tests the long-term safety and effectiveness of a weekly injection called glepaglutide in adults with short bowel syndrome, a condition where the body cannot absorb nutrients properly. Participants who completed a previous trial will receive the drug for about 2 years.…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug could help people with short bowel syndrome ditch IV nutrition
Disease control CompletedThis phase 3 trial tests the long-term safety of glepaglutide, a drug that mimics a natural gut hormone, in 145 adults with short bowel syndrome. The goal is to see if it can safely help the gut absorb more nutrients, potentially reducing the need for intravenous feeding. Partici…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New drug aims to control blood sugar in kids with rare condition
Disease control CompletedThis study is testing the long-term safety of dasiglucagon, a drug given as a continuous injection under the skin, in children with congenital hyperinsulinism (a condition causing dangerously low blood sugar). The trial includes 42 children who completed earlier studies. Research…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Aug 05, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Weekly shot shows promise for shedding pounds in obesity trial
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new weekly injection called petrelintide to help people with obesity or overweight (plus related health issues) lose weight. About 493 participants received either the drug or a placebo, along with diet and exercise advice, for 28 weeks. The main goal was to s…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Weight-Loss drug candidate put through its paces in early dosing study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis early-stage study tested a single injection of petrelintide, a potential weight-management drug, in 48 adults with a BMI of 27 or higher. Researchers wanted to see if using different concentrations of the drug changed how the body processes it or affected safety. Participant…
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Kidney function may affect new Weight-Loss drug
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new weight-management drug called petrelintide in 39 people with normal or impaired kidney function. Researchers wanted to see if kidney problems change how the drug behaves in the body. The goal is to guide safe dosing for people with kidney issues who might …
Phase 1 • Sponsor: Zealand Pharma • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC