Retatrutide reduced HbA1c by 1.04% and body weight by 24.2% in patients with diabetes, obesity, and CKD, with lower doses showing greater glycemic benefits.
Does retatrutide improve HbA1c and body weight in adults with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity comorbid with chronic kidney disease?
Retatrutide demonstrates potent, dose-dependent reductions in HbA1c and body weight, alongside potential renoprotective benefits, in patients with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity comorbid with chronic kidney disease.
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There are still substantial clinical challenges in treating patients who come with type 2 diabetes and/or obesity in addition to chronic kidney disease (CKD). Retatrutide, an innovative agent, represents a potential advancement in therapy; however, its performance and safety profile specifically in a CKD population are not fully determined yet. This meta-analysis and systematic review sought to consolidate existing research on the use of retatrutide in this comorbid patient group. A comprehensive literature search identified relevant randomized controlled trials for inclusion. Reductions in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and body weight were the primary goals for evaluating effectiveness, whereas adverse events were used to evaluate safety. Eight studies were included in the present research work. A significant mean reduction in HbA1c of -1.04% (95% CI -1.42 to -0.67) and a noticeable loss in weight, reaching up to -24.2%, were both linked with retatrutide treatment. A subgroup analysis indicated that the glycemic benefits were dose-dependent, with lower doses (≤8 mg) demonstrating a greater HbA1c reduction (-1.39%) than higher doses (≥12 mg, -0.65%). Furthermore, secondary analyses pointed toward possible renoprotective effects, evidenced by a reduction in albuminuria. The safety profile is primarily characterized by gastrointestinal adverse events, which is anticipated for this drug class. In conclusion, retatrutide exhibits strong efficacy for improving glucose levels and promoting weight loss in patients with diabetes, obesity and CKD, displaying a distinctive dose-response pattern where lower doses may be more effective for glycemic control. Its potential for kidney protection is promising, though clinicians should be mindful of managing gastrointestinal tolerability.
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