Novo Nordisk’s STEP Young Phase 3 Study Shows Semaglutide Reduced Obesity Classification in 40.4% of Children
Novo Nordisk announced the initial results from the STEP Young Phase 3 trial, which evaluated once-weekly semaglutide in combination with lifestyle modifications, including a reduced-calorie diet and increased physical activity, in children aged 6 to under 12 years living with obesity. The study addresses a growing health concern in this age group, where treatment options supported by clinical evidence and regulatory approval remain limited when lifestyle interventions alone are insufficient.
At the start of the study, more than 85% of participants had c...