NNC0662-0419 for Obesity
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial tests a new medicine, NNC0662-0419, for individuals with overweight or obesity. The main goal is to measure the medicine's concentration in participants' blood after one dose and to assess its safety and tolerability. Participants will receive a single injection under the skin and might experience some side effects. The trial suits individuals aged 18 to 55 with a BMI between 24.0 and 34.9. Participants should be of Japanese, Chinese, or non-Asian descent, based on their parents' backgrounds. As a Phase 1 trial, the research focuses on understanding how the treatment works in people, offering participants the opportunity to be among the first to receive this new treatment.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the study team or your doctor.
Is there any evidence suggesting that this trial's treatments are likely to be safe?
Research has shown that NNC0662-0419 has been tested in individuals with overweight or obesity to assess its safety and tolerability. In these studies, participants received various doses of the treatment via injection. Results from these tests indicated that the medication was generally well-tolerated, with only mild to moderate side effects reported.
This trial is a Phase 1 study, marking one of the first instances of testing the treatment in humans. The primary goal is to ensure the treatment's safety. So far, the doses used in earlier tests have proven safe enough to warrant further study. However, as with any new treatment, some risks or side effects may still be unidentified.12345Why are researchers excited about this trial's treatment?
Researchers are excited about NNC0662-0419 for obesity because it offers a new way to tackle weight loss with a potentially novel mechanism of action. Most current treatments focus on appetite suppression or altering fat absorption, but NNC0662-0419 might work differently by targeting specific metabolic pathways. This subcutaneous treatment could offer more precise control over dosage and absorption, potentially leading to more effective and consistent results. Additionally, with multiple dosage options being explored, there’s potential for personalized treatment plans to suit individual patient needs.
What evidence suggests that NNC0662-0419 might be an effective treatment for obesity?
Research has shown that NNC0662-0419 is being tested in this trial to determine its potential in aiding weight loss for individuals with obesity. Participants will receive different doses of NNC0662-0419 to assess its effectiveness. Early studies suggest that varying doses of this medication might assist those who are overweight or obese in losing weight. Losing even 5% of body weight can improve health, a common goal in obesity treatments. Although detailed information from human studies is still being collected, the mechanism of this medicine offers hope for effective weight management.12356
Who Is on the Research Team?
Clinical Transparency (dept. 2834)
Principal Investigator
Novo Nordisk A/S
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This study is for Japanese, Chinese, and non-Asian individuals who are living with overweight or obesity. Participants will receive a single dose of the new medicine NNC0662-0419 to assess its levels in the blood and how well it's tolerated.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a single dose of NNC0662-0419 subcutaneously
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- NNC0662-0419
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Novo Nordisk A/S
Lead Sponsor
Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen
Novo Nordisk A/S
Chief Executive Officer since 2017
MSc in Finance and Business Administration, Aarhus School of Business, Aarhus University, Denmark
Martin Holst Lange
Novo Nordisk A/S
Chief Medical Officer since 2021
MD from University of Copenhagen