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DiabetesPhase 3SUSTAIN 8NCT03136484

Efficacy and Safety of Semaglutide Versus Canagliflozin as add-on to Metformin in Subjects With Type 2 Diabetes

A Phase 3 study testing Semaglutide and Canagliflozin in people with Diabetes and Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, run by Novo Nordisk A/S at 119 sites in 12 countries.

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Trial summary

This trial is conducted in Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America. The aim of the trial is to compare the effect of once-weekly (OW) dosing of subcutaneous semaglutide (1.0 mg) versus once-daily dosing of oral canagliflozin (300 mg) on glycaemic control in subjects with type 2 diabetes (T2D) on a background… Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 18 years and older
Conditions the study is for
Diabetes, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2
What is being tested?
Semaglutide and Canagliflozin
Could I receive a placebo?
Yes, some participants may receive a placebo
How many people
788 participants
Where
119 sitesin 12 countries
Study dates
15 Mar 2017to 16 Nov 2018
Phase
Phase 3
Are there results?
Yes, posted in the registrySummary in the doctors' view

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 18 years and older
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult, Older adult

Inclusion Criteria: - Informed consent obtained before any trial-related activities. Trial-related activities are any procedures that are carried out as part of the trial, including activities to determine suitability for the trial - Male or female, age equal to or above18 years at the time of signing informed consent - Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2D) - HbA1c of 7.0-10.5% (53-91 mmol/mol, both inclusive) - Stable daily dose of metformin (equal to or above1500 mg or maximum tolerated dose as documented in the subject medical record and in compliance with current local label) for at least 90 days prior to the day of screening Exclusion Criteria: - Known or suspected hypersensitivity to trial product(s) or related products - Previous participation in this trial. Participation is defined as signed informed consent - Female who is pregnant, breast-feeding or intends to become pregnant or is of child-bearing potential and not using an adequate contraceptive method (adequate contraceptive measure as required by local regulation or practice) - Participation in any clinical trial of an approved or non-approved investigational medicinal product within 90 days prior to the day of screening - Any disorder which in the investigator's opinion might jeopardise subject's safety or compliance with the protocol - Subject with alanine aminotransferase (ALT) above 2.5 x upper normal limit (UNL) - Family or personal history of multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2 or medullary thyroid carcinoma. Family is defined as a first degree relative - History or presence of pancreatitis (acute or chronic) - History of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) - Any of the following: myocardial infarction (MI), stroke, hospitalization for unstable angina or transient ischaemic attack within the past 180 days prior to the day of screening - Subjects presently classified as being in New York Heart Association (NYHA) Class IV - Planned coronary, carotid or peripheral artery revascularisation known on the day of screening - Renal impairment measured as eGFR below 60 ml/min/1.73 m^2 as defined by Kidney Disease Improving global outcomes (KDIGO 2012) classification using isotope dilution mass spectrometry (IDMS) for serum creatinine measured at screening - Treatment with any medication for the indication of diabetes or obesity other than stated in the inclusion criteria within the past 90 days prior to the day of screening. However, short term insulin treatment for a maximum of 14 days prior to the day of screening is allowed - Proliferative retinopathy or maculopathy requiring acute treatment. Verified by fundus photography or dilated fundoscopy performed within the past 90 days prior to randomisation - Presence or history of malignant neoplasms within the past 5 years prior to the day of screening. Basal and squamous cell skin cancer and any carcinoma in-situ is allowed - Medical history of diabetes-related lower limb amputations or signs of critical lower limb ischemia, (e.g. skin ulcer, osteomyelitis, or gangrene) within the last 26 weeks prior to screening

Trial locations and contacts

119 sites in 12 countries.

119 sites in 12 countries

United States57 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Amarillo, Texas, 79106

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Anaheim, California, 92801

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Anderson, South Carolina, 29621

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Baltimore, Maryland, 21239

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Brooklyn, New York, 11229

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45212

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Conyers, Georgia, 30094-5965

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Corpus Christi, Texas, 78404

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Corpus Christi, Texas, 78413

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Corvallis, Oregon, 97330-3737

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Council Bluffs, Iowa, 51501

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dallas, Texas, 75230

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dallas, Texas, 75251

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dallas, Texas, 75390-9302

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Detroit, Michigan, 48202

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Fleming Island, Florida, 32003

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Flint, Michigan, 48504

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Flint, Michigan, 48532

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Greensboro, North Carolina, 27408

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Hallandale, Florida, 33009

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Herndon, Virginia, 20171

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Hialeah, Florida, 33012

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Houston, Texas, 77058

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Houston, Texas, 77074

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Houston, Texas, 77081

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Hyattsville, Maryland, 20782

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Katy, Texas, 77450

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    La Mesa, California, 91942

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Lexington, Kentucky, 40503

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Los Angeles, California, 90057

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Marietta, Georgia, 30060

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Maumee, Ohio, 43537

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Meridian, Idaho, 83646

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Metairie, Louisiana, 70002

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Miami, Florida, 33135

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Miami, Florida, 33155

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Miami, Florida, 33174

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Miami, Florida, 33175

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Miami, Florida, 33186

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Montclair, California, 91763

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    New Windsor, New York, 12553

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Olympia, Washington, 98502

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    San Antonio, Texas, 78230

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    San Diego, California, 92111

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Splendora, Texas, 77372

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Spring Hill, Florida, 34609

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Spring Valley, California, 91978

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    St. George, Utah, 84790

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Sterling Heights, Michigan, 48310-3503

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Toledo, Ohio, 43614

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Toledo, Ohio, 43623

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Trenton, New Jersey, 08611

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Troy, Michigan, 48098

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Tustin, California, 92780

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Walnut Creek, California, 94598

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Wenatchee, Washington, 98801-2028

Other trials in United States

India11 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Bangalore, Karnataka, 560054

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600 013

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 600001

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, 500034

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302006

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Kochi, Kerala, 682041

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Kolkata, West Bengal, 700020

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Kolkata, West Bengal, 700054

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Mumbai, Maharashtra, 400008

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Nagpur, Maharashtra, 440008

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Rohtak, Haryana, 124001

Other trials in India

United Kingdom11 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Basingstoke, RG24 9GT

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Bradford on Avon, BA15 1DQ

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dundee, DD1 9SY

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Haxey, DN9 2HY

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Nottingham, NG7 2UH

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Plymouth, PL8 8DQ

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Soham, CB7 5JD

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Southampton, SO30 3JB

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Stevenage, SG1 4AB

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Torquay, TQ2 7AA

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Wellingborough, NN8 4RW

Other trials in United Kingdom

Canada8 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Brampton, Ontario, L6T 0G1

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Burlington, Ontario, L7M 4Y1

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    London, Ontario, N5W 6A2

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Pointe-Claire, Quebec, H9R 3J1

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Pointe-Claire, Quebec, H9R 4S3

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Sarnia, Ontario, N7T 4X3

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Surrey, British Columbia, V3S 2N6

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Toronto, Ontario, M9V 4B4

Other trials in Canada

Malaysia6 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Alor Gajah, 78300

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    George Town, 10450

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Ipoh, 30450

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Malacca, 75400

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Sandakan, 90000

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Seremban, 70300

Other trials in Malaysia

Argentina5 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Buenos Aires, C1250AAN

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    CABA, C1093AAS

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    CABA, C1430CKE

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Rosario, S2000CUD

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Salta, 4400

Other trials in Argentina

Ireland5 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dublin, DUBLIN 15

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dublin, DUBLIN 4

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Dublin, DUBLIN 7

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Galway, H91 YR71

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Mallow, P51Y8EC

Other trials in Ireland

Lebanon5 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    El Achrafiyé

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Hazmiyeh

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Lebanon - Beirut, 9611

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Mansourieh

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Zghartā, 9616

Other trials in Lebanon

Sweden5 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Eksjö, 575 35

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Kristianstad, 291 85

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Lund, 221 85

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Malmö, 205 02

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Örebro, 701 85

Other trials in Sweden

Mexico3 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Cuernavaca, Morelos, 62250

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Mexico City, México, D.F., 02230

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Monterrey, Nuevo León, 64620

Other trials in Mexico

Brazil2 sites
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Porto Alegre, 90035-170

  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Rio de Janeiro, 22271-100

Other trials in Brazil

Italy1 site
  • Novo Nordisk Investigational Site

    Milan, 20100

Other trials in Italy

About this study

This trial is conducted in Africa, Asia, Europe, North and South America. The aim of the trial is to compare the effect of once-weekly (OW) dosing of subcutaneous semaglutide (1.0 mg) versus once-daily dosing of oral canagliflozin (300 mg) on glycaemic control in subjects with type 2 diabetes (T2D) on a background treatment of metformin

Being tested
Semaglutide, Canagliflozin, Placebo (canagliflozin), Placebo (semaglutide)
Medical subject headings
Diabetes Mellitus, Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • SemaglutideDrug

    Following a dose escalation phase of 8 weeks, semaglutide 1.0 mg once-weekly(administered subcutaneously, s.c., under the skin) and canagliflozin placebo once-daily (administered orally, as a tablet). Subjects will continue on their pre-trial daily dose of metformin.

  • CanagliflozinDrug

    Following a dose escalation phase of 8 weeks, canagliflozin 300 mg once-daily (administered orally, as a tablet) and semaglutide placebo (administered subcutaneously, s.c., under the skin). Subjects will continue on their pre-trial daily dose of metformin.

  • Placebo (canagliflozin)Drug

    Following a dose escalation phase of 8 weeks, semaglutide 1.0 mg once-weekly(administered subcutaneously, s.c., under the skin) and canagliflozin placebo once-daily (administered orally, as a tablet). Subjects will continue on their pre-trial daily dose of metformin.

  • Placebo (semaglutide)Drug

    Following a dose escalation phase of 8 weeks, canagliflozin 300 mg once-daily (administered orally, as a tablet) and semaglutide placebo (administered subcutaneously, s.c., under the skin). Subjects will continue on their pre-trial daily dose of metformin.

Study groups in NCT03136484
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Semaglutide + canagliflozin placeboExperimentalNot described
Receives: Drug: Semaglutide; Drug: Placebo (canagliflozin)
Canagliflozin + semaglutide placeboActive comparatorNot described
Receives: Drug: Canagliflozin; Drug: Placebo (semaglutide)

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Change in HbA1c

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in HbA1c (glycosylated haemoglobin) was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first; and 'In-trial' observation period which started at the date of randomisation and include the period after initiation of rescue medication and/or premature trial product discontinuation, if any and ended at the last contact, withdrawal of consent or death, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

Secondary outcomes (60)
  1. Change in Body Weight (kg)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in body weight was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  2. Change in Total Fat Mass (kg)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in total fat mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  3. Change in FPG (Fasting Plasma Glucose)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in FPG was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  4. Change in SMPG (Self-measured Plasma Glucose)- Mean 7-point Profile

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in SMPG- mean 7-point profile was evaluated. SMPG was recorded at the following 7 time points: before breakfast, 90 minutes after start of breakfast, before lunch, 90 minutes after start of lunch, before dinner, 90 minutes after dinner and at bedtime. Mean 7-point profile was defined as the area under the profile, calculated using the trapezoidal method, divided by the measurement time. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  5. Change in SMPG- Mean Postprandial Increment Over All Meals

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in SMPG- mean postprandial increment over all meals was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  6. Change in Fasting Total Cholesterol

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in fasting total cholesterol (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  7. Change in Fasting LDL-cholesterol

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in fasting low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  8. Change in Fasting HDL-cholesterol

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in fasting high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  9. Change in Fasting Triglycerides

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in fasting triglycerides (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  10. Change in Vital Signs (Systolic Blood Pressure and Diastolic Blood Pressure)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in systolic blood pressure and diastolic blood pressure. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  11. Percentage Change in Body Weight (%)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in body weight was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  12. Change in Body Mass Index (BMI)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in BMI was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  13. Change in Waist Circumference

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in waist circumference was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  14. Percentage Change in Total Fat Mass (%)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in total fat mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  15. Change in Total Lean Mass (kg)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in total lean mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  16. Percentage Change in Total Lean Mass (%)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in total lean mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  17. Change in Visceral Fat Mass (kg)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in visceral fat mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  18. Percentage Change in Visceral Fat Mass (%)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in visceral fat mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  19. Change in Ratio Between Total Fat Mass and Total Lean Mass

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in ratio between total fat mass and total lean mass was evaluated. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  20. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c < 7.0% (53 mmol/Mol), American Diabetes Association (ADA) Target (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved HbA1c < 7.0% (53 millimoles per mole [mmol/mol]), ADA target (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 52

  21. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c ≤ 6.5% (48 mmol/Mol), American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE) Target (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved HbA1c ≤ 6.5% (48 mmol/mol), AACE target (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 52

  22. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c Reduction ≥1% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved ≥1% reduction of baseline HbA1c (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  23. Participants Who Achieved Weight Loss ≥3% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants losing ≥3% of baseline body weight (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  24. Participants Who Achieved Weight Loss ≥5% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants losing ≥5% of baseline body weight (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  25. Participants Who Achieved Weight Loss ≥10% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants losing ≥10% of baseline body weight is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  26. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c Below 7.0% (53 mmol/Mol) Without Severe or Blood Glucose (BG)-Confirmed Symptomatic Hypoglycaemia Episodes and no Weight Gain (Yes/no)

    Severe or BG-confirmed symptomatic hypoglycaemia is an episode that is severe according to the American Diabetes Association classification or blood glucose-confirmed by a plasma glucose value <3.1 mmol/L (56 milligrams per deciliter [mg/dL]) with symptoms consistent with hypoglycaemia. Percentage of participants who achieved HbA1c below 7.0% (53 mmol/mol) without severe or blood glucose confirmed symptomatic hypoglycaemia episodes and no weight gain (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  27. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c Reduction ≥1% and Weight Loss ≥3% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved ≥1% reduction of baseline HbA1c and losing ≥3% of baseline body weight (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  28. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c Reduction ≥1% and Weight Loss ≥5% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved ≥1% reduction of baseline HbA1c and losing ≥5% of baseline body weight (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  29. Participants Who Achieved HbA1c Reduction ≥1% and Weight Loss ≥10% (Yes/no)

    Percentage of participants who achieved ≥1% reduction of baseline HbA1c and losing ≥10% of baseline body weight (yes/no) is presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period, which started at the date of first dose to either the day of last dose plus 7 days or first initiation of rescue medication, whichever came first.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  30. Total Number of Treatment Emergent Adverse Events (TEAEs)

    A TEAE is defined as an adverse event with onset in the on-treatment observation period (which started at the date of first dose of trial product and included the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excluded the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any. TEAEs assessed up to approximately 57 weeks is presented.

    Measured: Weeks 0-57

  31. Change in Haematological Parameter- Haemoglobin

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in haemoglobin (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  32. Change in Haematological Parameter- Haematocrit

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in haematocrit (%) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  33. Change in Haematological Parameter- Erythrocytes

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in erythrocytes (10^12 cells/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  34. Change in Haematological Parameter- Leukocytes

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in leukocytes (10^9 cells/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  35. Change in Haematological Parameter- Thrombocytes

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in thrombocytes (10^9 cells/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  36. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Amylase

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in amylase (units per liter [U/L]) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  37. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Lipase

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in lipase (U/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  38. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- ALT

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in alanine aminotransferase (ALT) (U/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  39. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- AST

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in aspartate aminotransferase (AST) (U/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  40. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- ALP

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in alkaline phosphatase (ALP) (U/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  41. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Total Bilirubin

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in total bilirubin (U/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  42. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Creatinine

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in creatinine (micromoles per liter [umol/L]) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  43. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- eGFR

    Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) (milliliters per minute per 1.73 square meters [mL/min/1.73m^2])is calculated using the equation from the Chronic Kidney Disease Epidemiology Collaboration (CKD-EPI). Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in eGFR is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  44. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Albumin

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in albumin (g/dL) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  45. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Calcium

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in calcium (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  46. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Potassium

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in potassium (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  47. Change in Biochemistry Parameter- Sodium

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in sodium (mmol/L) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  48. Change in Calcitonin

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in calcitonin (nanograms per liter) is presented as ratio to baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  49. Change in Pulse

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in pulse is presented based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  50. Change in ECG

    The electrocardiogram (ECG) was assessed by the investigator at baseline (week 0) and week 52 and categorised as normal, abnormal NCS or abnormal CS. Number of participants in each ECG category at baseline and week 52 were presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  51. Change in Physical Examination

    Physical examination parameters are categorised as general appearance; nervous system (central and peripheral); cardiovascular system; gastrointestinal system; skin; respiratory system; lymph node palpation; thyroid gland; left foot; right foot; left leg and right leg. The number of participants assessed as normal, abnormal not clinically significant (NCS) and abnormal clinically significant (CS) at baseline (week -2) and week 52 is presented based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week -2, week 52

  52. Eye Examination

    Fundus photography or a dilated fundoscopy was performed by the investigator at baseline (week 0) and week 52. The results of the examination were interpreted for each eye (left/right) are categorised as normal, abnormal NCS or abnormal CS. Number of participants in each category at baseline and week 52 were presented. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  53. Total Number of Treatment-emergent Severe or Blood Glucose-confirmed Symptomatic Hypoglycaemic Episodes

    Hypoglycaemic episodes defined as treatment-emergent if the onset of the episode occurs within the on-treatment observation period. Severe or BG-confirmed symptomatic hypoglycaemia is an episode that is severe according to the American Diabetes Association classification or blood glucose-confirmed by a plasma glucose value <3.1 mmol/L (56 mg/dL) with symptoms consistent with hypoglycaemia. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Weeks 0-57

  54. Participants With Treatment-emergent Severe or Blood Glucose-confirmed Symptomatic Hypoglycaemic Episodes

    Number of participants with treatment emergent severe or blood glucose-confirmed symptomatic hypoglycaemic episodes. Hypoglycaemic episodes defined as treatment-emergent if the onset of the episode occurs within the on-treatment observation period. Severe or BG-confirmed symptomatic hypoglycaemia is an episode that is severe according to the American Diabetes Association classification or blood glucose-confirmed by a plasma glucose value <3.1 mmol/L (56 mg/dL) with symptoms consistent with hypoglycaemia. Results are based on the 'on-treatment' observation period which started at the date of first dose of trial product and include the period after initiation of rescue medication, if any and excludes the period after premature trial product discontinuation, if any.

    Measured: Weeks 0-57

  55. Change in Short Form 36 Health Survey (SF-36): Sub-domains

    SF-36 is a 36-item patient-reported survey of patient health that measures the participant's overall health-related quality of life (HRQoL). SF-36v2™ questionnaire measured the HRQoL on 8 domains on individual scale ranges. The scores 0-100 (where higher scores indicated a better HRQoL) from the SF-36 were converted to norm-based scores to enable a direct interpretation in relation to the distribution of the scores in the 2009 U.S. general population. A norm-based score of 50 corresponds to the mean score and 10 corresponds to the standard deviation of the 2009 U.S. general population. Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in the sub-domain scores is presented. A positive change score indicate an improvement since baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  56. Change in SF-36: Physical Component Summary (PCS)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in short form 36 v2.0 acute domain PCS. SF-36v2™ questionnaire measured the HRQoL on 8 domains on individual scale ranges. It consists of 2 component summary measures that further summarize 8 health domain scales. The PCS measure is derived from domain scales of physical functioning, role-physical, bodily pain, and general health. The scores 0-100 (where higher scores indicated a better HRQoL) from the SF-36 were converted to norm-based scores to enable a direct interpretation in relation to the distribution of the scores in the 2009 U.S. general population. A norm-based score of 50 corresponds to the mean score and 10 corresponds to the standard deviation of the 2009 U.S. general population. A positive change score indicates an improvement since baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  57. Change in SF-36: Mental Component Summary (MCS)

    Change from baseline (week 0) to week 52 in short form 36 v2.0 acute domain MCS. SF- 36v2™ questionnaire measured the HRQoL on 8 domains on individual scale ranges. The MCS measure is derived from domain scales of vitality, social functioning, role emotional and mental health. The scores 0-100 (where higher scores indicated a better HRQoL) from the SF-36 were converted to norm-based scores to enable a direct interpretation in relation to the distribution of the scores in the 2009 U.S. general population. A norm-based score of 50 corresponds to the mean score and 10 corresponds to the standard deviation of the 2009 U.S. general population. A positive change score indicates an improvement since baseline. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  58. Change in Diabetes Treatment Satisfaction Questionnaire (DTSQ): Treatment Satisfaction Summary Score (Sum of 6 of 8 Items) and the 8 Items Separately

    Change from baseline (week 0) in DTSQ was evaluated at week 52. The DTSQs items are scored on a 7-point graded response scale ranging from 6 to 0. Higher scores indicate higher levels of treatment satisfaction for DTSQs items 1, 4 -8. For items 2 and 3 a higher score indicates a higher patient perceived experience of high blood sugars and low blood sugars, respectively. Thus, lower scores indicate a perception of blood glucose levels being "none of the time" unacceptably high (item 2) or low (item 3). The domain score of total treatment satisfaction (total treatment satisfaction score) was computed by adding the six items scores 1, 4-8. The score ranges 0-36. A higher treatment satisfaction score indicates a higher level of treatment satisfaction. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  59. Change in Control of Eating Questionnaire (CoEQ): Domains

    The CoEQ comprised 19 items to assess the intensity and type of food cravings, as well as subjective sensation of appetite and mood, with the 4 domains: 'craving control', 'craving for sweet', 'craving for savoury' and 'positive mood'. The 19 items were scored on an 11-point graded response scale ranging from 10 to 0, with items relating to each of the 4 domains being averaged to create a final score. A low score in the domains 'craving for sweet and 'craving for savoury' represents a low level of craving; whereas a high score in the domains 'craving control' and 'positive mood' represents good control and a good mood, respectively. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

  60. Change in CoEQ: Individual Items

    The CoEQ comprised 19 items to assess the intensity and type of food cravings, as well as subjective sensation of appetite and mood, with the 4 domains: 'craving control', 'craving for sweet', 'craving for savoury' and 'positive mood'. The 19 items were scored on an 11-point graded response scale ranging from 10 to 0, with items relating to each of the 4 domains being averaged to create a final score. A low score in the domains 'craving for sweet and 'craving for savoury' represents a low level of craving; whereas a high score in the domains 'craving control' and 'positive mood' represents good control and a good mood, respectively. Results are based on the 'on-treatment without rescue medication' observation period.

    Measured: Week 0, week 52

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted2 May 2017
  2. Study start15 Mar 2017
  3. Primary completion16 Oct 2018
  4. Study completion16 Nov 2018

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase 3
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Parallel groups
Masking
Double blind
Who is masked
Participant, Investigator
Enrolment
788 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT03136484
Sponsor's protocol ID
NN9535-4270
Other IDs
2016-000989-35, U1111-1180-3651, 2016
Acronym
SUSTAIN 8
Status last verified
Jan 2020
First submitted
14 Mar 2017
Last updated
21 Jan 2020
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
Yes
FDA-regulated device
No
Individual data sharing
Yes: According to the Novo Nordisk disclosure commitment on novonordisk-trials.com

Publications

  • Lingvay I, Catarig AM, Frias JP, Kumar H, Lausvig NL, le Roux CW, Thielke D, Viljoen A, McCrimmon RJ. Efficacy and safety of once-weekly semaglutide versus daily canagliflozin as add-on to metformin in patients with type 2 diabetes (SUSTAIN 8): a double-blind, phase 3b, randomised controlled trial. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol. 2019 Nov;7(11):834-844. doi: 10.1016/S2213-8587(19)30311-0. Epub 2019 Sep 17.

    PubMed 31540867
  • McCrimmon RJ, Catarig AM, Frias JP, Lausvig NL, le Roux CW, Thielke D, Lingvay I. Effects of once-weekly semaglutide vs once-daily canagliflozin on body composition in type 2 diabetes: a substudy of the SUSTAIN 8 randomised controlled clinical trial. Diabetologia. 2020 Mar;63(3):473-485. doi: 10.1007/s00125-019-05065-8. Epub 2020 Jan 2.

    PubMed 31897524
  • Natale P, Green SC, Tunnicliffe DJ, Pellegrino G, Toyama T, Strippoli GF. Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists for people with chronic kidney disease and diabetes. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2025 Feb 18;2(2):CD015849. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD015849.pub2.

    PubMed 39963952
  • Pulleyblank R, Larsen NB. Cost-Effectiveness of Semaglutide vs. Empagliflozin, Canagliflozin, and Sitagliptin for Treatment of Patients with Type 2 Diabetes in Denmark: A Decision-Analytic Modelling Study. Pharmacoecon Open. 2023 Jul;7(4):579-591. doi: 10.1007/s41669-023-00416-z. Epub 2023 May 13.

    PubMed 37178435
  • Lingvay I, Capehorn MS, Catarig AM, Johansen P, Lawson J, Sandberg A, Shaw R, Paine A. Efficacy of Once-Weekly Semaglutide vs Empagliflozin Added to Metformin in Type 2 Diabetes: Patient-Level Meta-analysis. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2020 Dec 1;105(12):e4593-604. doi: 10.1210/clinem/dgaa577.

    PubMed 32827435

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A Phase 3 study testing Semaglutide and Canagliflozin in people with Diabetes and Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2, run by Novo Nordisk A/S at 119 sites in 12 countries.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 21 Jan 2020. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 119 sites in United States, India, United Kingdom, Canada, Malaysia and 7 more countries. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

What does this phase mean?

Phase 3 studies compare the treatment with the current standard treatment or a placebo in a large group, to confirm how well it works and watch for side effects.

Not every study follows the same path, and some studies (observational studies, device studies) have no phase.

Are results available for this study?

Yes. Results are posted in the registry (first posted 17 Dec 2019). A summary is in the For doctors view, and the full results are on ClinicalTrials.gov.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Change in HbA1c (time frame: Week 0, week 52). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT03136484, which also lists 5 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 21 Jan 2020.

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