CagriSema is a once-weekly combination therapy pairing semaglutide with cagrilintide, a novel long-acting amylin analog. By engaging both the GLP-1 and amylin appetite pathways simultaneously, it aims to achieve greater weight management efficacy than either component alone.
Research Applications
Phase 3 REDEFINE program for obesity, type 2 diabetes combination therapy, and comparative studies against semaglutide monotherapy.
Dosage Information (Research Use)
Fixed-dose combination administered once weekly subcutaneously. Titration follows semaglutide-style escalation. Investigational — research use only.
Reconstitution & Handling
Both components reconstituted together or separately depending on research protocol. Standard BAC water.
Half-Life & Pharmacokinetics
Cagrilintide: ~7 days. Semaglutide: ~7 days. Both support once-weekly dosing.
Reported Observations in Literature
GI effects consistent with GLP-1 and amylin agonism: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Phase 2 data suggests manageable with titration.
Key Research References
- Frias JP, et al. “Efficacy and safety of co-administered once-weekly cagrilintide 2.4 mg with semaglutide 2.4 mg.” Lancet. 2023