Tirzepatide for Obesity
(SURMOUNT-MMO Trial)
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing tirzepatide, a medication that helps control blood sugar and reduce appetite, to see if it can lower health problems and death rates in adults who are very overweight. Tirzepatide was developed by Eli Lilly to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes.
Do I need to stop my current medications to join the trial?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It's best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the drug tirzepatide for obesity?
Research shows that tirzepatide, a drug that works on specific hormones in the body, helps people with obesity and type 2 diabetes lose weight effectively. Studies found that it leads to more weight loss compared to other similar treatments and also improves other health factors like blood pressure and insulin sensitivity.12345
Is tirzepatide safe for humans?
Tirzepatide has been studied for type 2 diabetes and shows a safety profile similar to other drugs in its class, with common side effects like mild to moderate nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. It has not shown an increased risk of serious heart-related events, making it generally safe for use in humans.678910
How is the drug Tirzepatide unique for treating obesity?
Tirzepatide is unique because it combines two actions in one drug, targeting both the GLP-1 and GIP receptors, which helps with weight loss and improves blood sugar control. This dual action makes it more effective for weight loss compared to other treatments that only target one of these pathways.1361112
Research Team
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Principal Investigator
Eli Lilly and Company
Eligibility Criteria
Adults with obesity are eligible, specifically those ≥40 years old with cardiovascular disease or older adults with multiple CV risk factors. Participants must have a BMI of ≥27 kg/m² but cannot have diabetes, recent serious heart conditions, pancreatitis, certain cancers in the last 5 years, or significant liver disease.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive escalated doses of tirzepatide subcutaneously up to a maximum tolerated dose or placebo
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Placebo
- Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide is already approved in United States, European Union, Canada, United Kingdom for the following indications:
- Type 2 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes
- Weight loss
- Moderate to severe obstructive sleep apnea
- Weight loss
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Eli Lilly and Company
Lead Sponsor
Dr. Daniel Skovronsky
Eli Lilly and Company
Chief Medical Officer since 2018
MD from Harvard Medical School
David A. Ricks
Eli Lilly and Company
Chief Executive Officer since 2017
BSc from Purdue University, MBA from Indiana University