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STEP Trial Results

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STEP-1 through STEP-4 trials established semaglutide's weight-management efficacy. Pivotal STEP-1 (NEJM 2021, PMID 33567185): 14.9% mean weight loss at 2.4 mg / 68 weeks.

Clinical referencePubMed-linkedUpdated 2026-05-25
Researched By
Dr. Parmis
Medical Researcher · Western University of Health Sciences
Medically Reviewed By
Dr. Jonathan Snipes, MD · Kim Callender, NP (FNP-BC)
Last medically reviewed: October 15, 2026 · This page is informational and does not constitute medical advice.

Overview

STEP-1 through STEP-4 trials established semaglutide's weight-management efficacy. Pivotal STEP-1 (NEJM 2021, PMID 33567185): 14.9% mean weight loss at 2.4 mg / 68 weeks.

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