Phentermine/Topiramate extended release versus Lorcaserin for weight reduction in obese adult patients: design of a randomized, double-blind, multicentric clinical study

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Luana C. S. Lima
Thiago J. Avelino-Silva
Romulo A. A. A. Mota
Carolina M. P. D. C. Silva
Carolina L. Henrique
Danielle Mano-Silveira
Carla A. B. Caligaris
Celeste R. S. Camargo
Danissa Rodriguez
Sergio D. Couto-Netto
Gabrielle Borducchi
Rute Alvarez
Carlos E. Cardena
Alae Badreg
Alejandra Vasquez
Carlos A. L. D’Ancona
Christopher D. Berrezueta
Jesus C. Porras
Liliana Vasquez
Maria L. Zavaleta
Martin Maurer
Monica R. Calderón
Thomas W. Gehring
Toshikazu Wada
Vanessa Schultz
Clarissa Valim

Abstract

Background and Aim: Obesity is a major health concern in the world. Pharmacological strategies are accepted as part of obesity treatment, but a standard intervention is yet to be established. Phentermine/Topiramate extended release (ER) and Lorcaserin have been approved for obesity treatment and a head-to-head comparison could help outline guidelines for standardized pharmacological therapy in this area. Therefore we aim to assess whether Phentermine/Topiramate ER is superior to Lorcaserin in body weight reduction after 54 weeks of follow up.
Design: Randomized, double blind, double-dummy, multicentric clinical trial.
Participants: Adults aged from 18 to 65 years, with body mass index (BMI)=30-40kg/m2, or BMI=27-30kg/m2 with at least one comorbidity.
Measurements and procedures: Participants will be randomized using a block design with randomly selected sizes, stratified by study center, and a 1:1 ratio, to receive either Phentermine/Topiramate ER 7.5mg/46mg qd (+placebo), or Lorcaserin 10mg bid (+placebo). Baseline laboratory characteristics will be documented at screening visit, and baseline clinical characteristics of eligible individuals, up to 2 weeks later. After a 2-week titration period, participants will be monthly assessed for 52 weeks. Primary outcome: proportion of subjects with a minimum 5% weight reduction from baseline bodyweight after a 54-week follow up. Secondary outcomes: mean weight change; proportion of subjects with a minimum 10% weight reduction; quality of life; blood pressure; waist circumference; lipoprotein lipids; fasting glucose; insulin; and glycated hemoglobin levels. Investigators and participants will be blinded to treatment.
Ethical aspects: This trial will follow the Declaration of Helsinki and the ICH Harmonized Tripartite Guidelines for Good Clinical Practice, and only participants who sign informed consent form and fully understand every component of the study procedures will be eligible. A Data Monitoring Committee will be established to provide quality control and assure that study procedures are followed.
Key-Words: Obesity, Phentermine, Topiramate, Lorcaserin, Weight Loss, Obesity Treatment.

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Phentermine/Topiramate extended release versus Lorcaserin for weight reduction in obese adult patients: design of a randomized, double-blind, multicentric clinical study. (2016). Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, 2(1). https://journal.ppcr.org/index.php/ppcrjournal/article/view/30
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Phentermine/Topiramate extended release versus Lorcaserin for weight reduction in obese adult patients: design of a randomized, double-blind, multicentric clinical study. (2016). Principles and Practice of Clinical Research, 2(1). https://journal.ppcr.org/index.php/ppcrjournal/article/view/30

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