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Recruiting Phase 3 NCT07165028

NCT07165028 A Master Protocol of Multiple Agents in Adults With Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (SYNERGY-Outcomes)

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NCT ID NCT07165028
Status Recruiting
Phase Phase 3
Sponsor Eli Lilly and Company
Condition Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 4,500 participants
Start Date 2025-10-15
Primary Completion 2030-08

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 18 Years
Max Age N/A
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
TirzepatideRetatrutidePlacebo

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

Phase 3 trials are large pivotal studies comparing the treatment to current standard of care or placebo. Your participation directly contributes to the evidence needed for regulatory approval.

This trial targets 4,500 participants in total. It began in 2025-10-15 with a primary completion date of 2030-08.

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Brief Summary

The main purpose of the SYNERGY-OUTCOMES study is to find out whether retatrutide and tirzepatide can prevent major adverse liver outcomes (MALO) in people with high-risk metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The study will enroll adults who have MASLD based on non-invasive tests (NITs), which indicate they are more likely to develop MALO. Participants will be randomly assigned within a Master Protocol to receive either retatrutide (N1T-MC-RT01), tirzepatide (N1T-MC-TZ01) or placebo. The trial plans to enroll about 4,500 adults and will run for approximately 224 weeks. Participants may have up to approximately 25 to 30 clinic visits throughout the study to monitor their health, complete study procedures, and assess liver function and disease progression. Once the study is complete, eligible participants may participate in an optional 2-year extension study, in which all participants will receive either retatrutide or tirzepatide, even if they received placebo in the main study.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Have liver fat content ≥8% * Have ELF score of ≥9 and ≤10.8 at screening * Have VCTE LSM ≥10 kilopascal (kPa) and \<20 kPa at screening Exclusion Criteria: * Have any other type of liver disease other than MASLD * Have a body mass index (BMI) \<25 kilogram per square meter (kg/m2) * Prior decompensated liver disease (history of esophageal/gastric varices, ascites, hepatic encephalopathy) * Have lost more than 11 pounds within the 3 months prior to screening * Have a hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) greater than 10% * Have type 1 diabetes

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Trial questions or participation questions: 1-877-CTLILLY (1-877-285-4559) or

✉ LillyTrials@Lilly.com

📞 1-317-615-4559

Principal Investigator

Call 1-877-CTLILLY (1-877-285-4559) or 1-317-615-4559 Mon - Fri 8 AM - 8 PM Eastern time (UTC/GMT - 5 hours, EST)

STUDY DIRECTOR

Eli Lilly and Company

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT07165028 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, studying Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

What phase is the NCT07165028 trial and what does that mean for participants?

Phase 3 trials are large-scale studies comparing the new treatment to existing standards of care or a placebo. They provide the evidence needed for regulatory approval. This trial targets 4,500 participants.

Is NCT07165028 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT07165028 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at LillyTrials@Lilly.com for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT07165028 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Tuscaloosa, United States, Chandler, United States, Gilbert, United States, Peoria, United States and 11 additional locations.

Who is sponsoring the NCT07165028 clinical trial?

NCT07165028 is sponsored by Eli Lilly and Company. The principal investigator is Call 1-877-CTLILLY (1-877-285-4559) or 1-317-615-4559 Mon - Fri 8 AM - 8 PM Eastern time (UTC/GMT - 5 hours, EST) at Eli Lilly and Company. The trial plans to enroll 4,500 participants.

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