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Insulin Efsitora Alfa vs. Insulin Degludec for Type 2 Diabetes (QWINT-2 Trial)

Phase 3
Waitlist Available
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
Have diagnosis of T2D according to the World Health Organization Criteria
Are on a stable treatment of at least 1 antihyperglycemic medication, for at least 3 months prior to screening, and willing to continue the stable treatment for the duration of the study
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up week 48 to week 52
Awards & highlights

QWINT-2 Trial Summary

This trial is testing a new insulin compared to another existing insulin, to see which is more effective and safe for adults with type 2 diabetes who have never used insulin before.

Who is the study for?
Adults with Type 2 Diabetes starting basal insulin for the first time can join. They should have an HbA1c level between 7.0% - 10%, be on a stable diabetes medication for at least three months, and continue it during the trial. Excluded are those with recent bariatric surgery, certain blood disorders, severe hypoglycemia history, serious heart issues or weight fluctuations.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study is testing Insulin Efsitora Alfa (LY3209590) against Insulin Degludec in adults who haven't used basal insulin before to see which one works better and is safer. Participants will randomly receive either of the two insulins while continuing their current diabetes medications.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Potential side effects may include low blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia), allergic reactions at injection sites, weight changes, swelling in arms or legs, and possibly other unknown risks that come with new treatments.

QWINT-2 Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
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I have been on a stable diabetes medication for at least 3 months.

QWINT-2 Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~week 48 to week 52
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and week 48 to week 52 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 Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Secondary outcome measures
Change from Baseline in Body Weight
Change from Baseline in EuroQol-5 Dimension-5 Level (EQ-5D-5L)
Change from Baseline in Fasting Glucose
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QWINT-2 Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Insulin Efsitora AlfaExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will receive insulin efsitora alfa subcutaneously (SC) once weekly.
Group II: Insulin DegludecActive Control1 Intervention
Participants will receive insulin degludec SC once daily
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Insulin Efsitora Alfa
2022
Completed Phase 3
~730

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Eli Lilly and CompanyLead Sponsor
2,613 Previous Clinical Trials
3,200,001 Total Patients Enrolled
Study DirectorEli Lilly and Company
1,344 Previous Clinical Trials
404,324 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Insulin Degludec (Insulin) Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05362058 — Phase 3
Type 2 Diabetes Research Study Groups: Insulin Efsitora Alfa, Insulin Degludec
Type 2 Diabetes Clinical Trial 2023: Insulin Degludec Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05362058 — Phase 3
Insulin Degludec (Insulin) 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05362058 — Phase 3

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Are researchers looking for more people to participate in this experiment?

"From what is published on clinicaltrials.gov, it seems that this particular clinical trial is still looking for participants. The first posting was on 6/3/2022 and the most recent update was on 11/9/2022."

Answered by AI

What are the potential risks associated with LY3209590?

"LY3209590 has been given a safety score of 3 by our analysts at Power. This is due to the fact that LY3209590 is in Phase 3 trials, meaning there is both efficacy and safety data available."

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How many different individuals are included in this clinical trial?

"In order to begin this study, 912 individuals who fit the pre-determined inclusion criteria must enroll. Potential participants can visit sites such as Qualmedica Research, LLC in Evansville, Indiana and SKY Clinical Research Network Group-Quinn in Ridgeland, Mississippi."

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At how many different research facilities can people participate in this trial?

"Qualmedica Research, LLC in Evansville, Indiana is the primary location for this study. However, research is also being conducted at SKY Clinical Research Network Group-Quinn in Ridgeland, Mississippi and Alliance for Multispecialty Research as well as 47 additional medical centres."

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Who else is applying?

What state do they live in?
Texas
Ontario
California
How old are they?
18 - 65
What site did they apply to?
NorCal Medical Research, Inc
Catalina Research Institute, LLC
Southern California Dermatology, Inc.
Other
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
0

Why did patients apply to this trial?

During my 24 year journey as a T2 I have always been looking for a better process to care for my diabetes. Being insulin Resistant makes my life different than other diabetics.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
Honestly im on Ozempic .25 and farxiga 10 mg for diabetes only my sugars are not where they should be, they stay at 197 basically when i sleep and 135-150 when i wake and i want to be well controlled.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
~328 spots leftby Apr 2025