A Study of Retatrutide (LY3437943) Once Weekly in Participants Who Have Obesity or Overweight and Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Last updated: January 20, 2026
Sponsor: Eli Lilly and Company
Overall Status: Completed

Phase

3

Condition

Obesity

Osteoarthritis

Diabetes Prevention

Treatment

Placebo

Retatrutide

Clinical Study ID

NCT05931367
18583
2023-503660-17-00
J1I-MC-GZBN
  • Ages > 18
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The main purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and efficacy of retatrutide once-weekly in participants who have obesity or are overweight and have osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee. The study will lasts about 77 weeks.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Have a body mass index (BMI) ≥27 kilogram/kg/m² at screening.

  • Have a history of at least 1 self-reported unsuccessful dietary effort to lose bodyweight.

  • Have index knee pain for >12 weeks prior to screening, and presence of index kneepain for >15 days over the previous month.

  • Have knee X-ray with moderate radiographic changes (Kellgren-Lawrence Grade 2 or 3)per central reading at screening.

  • Currently meets American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Criteria (clinical andradiological) for OA.

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • Have had steroid joint injections within 90 days of screening.

  • Have had other joint injections and procedures within 6 months of screening.

  • Have joint disease other than osteoarthritis.

  • Have a self-reported or documented change in body weight >5 kg (11 pounds) within 90days prior to screening.

  • Have been taking weight loss drugs, including over-the-counter medications, within 90 days prior to screening.

  • Have a prior or planned surgical treatment for obesity.

  • Have diabetes mellitus.

Study Design

Total Participants: 445
Treatment Group(s): 2
Primary Treatment: Placebo
Phase: 3
Study Start date:
August 01, 2023
Estimated Completion Date:
November 14, 2025

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    Bruce, Australian Capital Territory 2617
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