Impact on HbA1c and body weight of switching from other GLP‐1 receptor agonists to semaglutide: A model‐based approach

Jul 27, 2018Diabetes, obesity & metabolism

Changes in blood sugar control and body weight after switching to semaglutide from other similar diabetes drugs

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Abstract

Switching from another GLP-1 receptor agonist to semaglutide may lead to reductions of ~0.3% to ~0.8%-points in and ~2% to ~4% in body weight with semaglutide 1.0 mg.

  • The potency-adjusted total effective GLP-1RA concentration increased after switching treatments.
  • Temporary slight deteriorations in HbA1c were noted when switching to semaglutide 0.25 mg.
  • Switching to semaglutide from liraglutide, dulaglutide, or exenatide extended-release is associated with further reductions in HbA1c and body weight.
  • Higher initial doses of semaglutide may prevent initial deterioration in outcomes.

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Key numbers

~0.3% to ~0.8%
Reduction Range
Predicted reductions in after switching to semaglutide 1.0 mg.
~2% to ~4%
Body Weight Reduction Range
Predicted reductions in body weight after switching to semaglutide 1.0 mg.

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