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GLP-1 Receptor Agonist

Retatrutide for Chronic Kidney Disease and Obesity

Phase 2
Recruiting
Research Sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline, week 24
Awards & highlights

Study Summary

This trial will investigate how retatrutide affects kidney health in people with obesity/overweight, CKD, and/or T2D over 31 weeks.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults with overweight or obesity and chronic kidney disease, with or without Type 2 Diabetes. Participants must have a BMI ≥27 kg/m², stable treatment for at least 90 days, and specific HbA1c levels depending on their diabetes status. Exclusions include recent significant weight change, certain diabetes medications within the last 90 days, and a history of cancer in the past five years.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Retatrutide (LY3437943) to see its effects on kidney function in people who are overweight or obese with chronic kidney disease. Some participants will receive LY3437943 while others will get a placebo (a substance with no active drug). The trial lasts approximately 31 weeks.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
While not specified here, common side effects from similar drugs may include gastrointestinal symptoms like nausea or vomiting, potential allergic reactions, injection site reactions if applicable, and possibly changes in blood sugar levels.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline, week 24
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and baseline, week 24 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Change from Baseline in Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR)
Secondary outcome measures
Change from Baseline in 24-hr Urinary Albumin Excretion (UAE)
Change from Baseline in Body Weight
Change from Baseline in Change in 24-hour (hr) Urinary Electrolytes (milligrams/24hr (mg/24h))
+14 more

Side effects data

From 2022 Phase 2 trial • 281 Patients • NCT04867785
20%
Decreased appetite
20%
Nausea
15%
Diarrhoea
11%
Constipation
11%
Vomiting
11%
Upper respiratory tract infection
11%
Urinary tract infection
7%
Fatigue
7%
Dyspepsia
4%
Anaemia
4%
Covid-19
4%
Lipase increased
4%
Dizziness
4%
Weight decreased
2%
Cellulitis
2%
Diabetic ketoacidosis
2%
Abdominal pain
2%
Eructation
2%
Headache
100%
80%
60%
40%
20%
0%
Study treatment Arm
12 mg LY3437943 (2 mg)
8 mg LY3437943 (2 mg)
Placebo
1.5 Milligram (mg) Dulaglutide
0.5 mg LY3437943
4 mg LY3437943 (2 mg)
4 mg LY3437943 (4 mg)
8 mg LY3437943 (4 mg)

Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: LY3437943Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive multiple doses of LY3437943 subcutaneously (SC)
Group II: PlaceboPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Participants will receive LY3437943
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
LY3437943
2022
Completed Phase 2
~950

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Eli Lilly and CompanyLead Sponsor
2,620 Previous Clinical Trials
3,216,479 Total Patients Enrolled
Study DirectorEli Lilly and Company
1,348 Previous Clinical Trials
415,625 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Retatrutide (LY3437943) (GLP-1 Receptor Agonist) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05936151 — Phase 2
Type 2 Diabetes Research Study Groups: LY3437943, Placebo
Type 2 Diabetes Clinical Trial 2023: Retatrutide (LY3437943) Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05936151 — Phase 2
Retatrutide (LY3437943) (GLP-1 Receptor Agonist) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05936151 — Phase 2

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Has LY3437943 been granted clearance by the Food and Drug Administration?

"Based on the information available, LY3437943 received a rating of 2 in regard to safety as this is currently only a Phase 2 trial with limited data supporting efficacy."

Answered by AI

How many venues are administering this clinical experiment?

"This medical study is now recruiting participants across 20 locations, spanning from Montclair to New Port Richey and beyond. It would be prudent for those interested in joining the trial to select a nearby site so as to limit their travel commitment."

Answered by AI

Is recruitment for this experimental program ongoing?

"This particular medical experiment, which was initially publicised on July 17th 2023 and last updated June 30th 2023 is not currently accepting candidates. Fortunately, there are nearly three thousand other trials looking for volunteers presently."

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Who else is applying?

What site did they apply to?
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
Tranquility Research
Palm Research Center Tenaya
Other
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
0

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I'D LIKE TO TRY. To help with others. Possible benefit to myself and other people.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
Anything that can help with kidney disease is a good thing. Wanting to find a medication that will help me control my diabetes.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments

What questions have other patients asked about this trial?

Duration and compensation?
PatientReceived no prior treatments
~77 spots leftby Nov 2025