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Liraglutide improves glycaemic control in adults with T2D

Última actualización 5 de julio de 2026

Key finding

Overall change in HbA1c was -1.02% for liraglutide compared to -0.28% for placebo.

The study evaluated the addition of liraglutide to SGLT2 inhibitors and metformin in adults with type 2 diabetes, showing significant improvements in glycaemic control.

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EvidenceScore™

Moderate

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Medium-Term (3–12 mo)

Risk of bias

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Study focus

The study evaluated the addition of liraglutide to SGLT2 inhibitors and metformin in adults with type 2 diabetes, showing significant improvements in glycaemic control.

Clinical relevance

Improving glycaemic control is crucial for managing type 2 diabetes and reducing the risk of complications. The findings suggest that liraglutide can enhance treatment efficacy when combined with standard medications, potentially leading to better health outcomes for patients.

Keep in mind

Non-randomized design may introduce bias. Sample size and diversity not specified. Some outcomes showed no significant differences.

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Lawrence B, Udi F, Margit SK, Ofri M, Chethana R, Rosangela R. Liraglutide Added to SGLT2 Inhibitors and Metformin Improves Glycaemic Control in Adults with Type 2 Diabetes. Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism. 2021;23(10):2234-2241. doi:10.1111/dom.14464

Efectos Principales

Liraglutide reduced HbA1c by -1.02% compared to placebo (p = 0.001).

Body weight decreased by -2.92 kg with liraglutide versus -2.06 kg for placebo (p = 0.06).

Waist circumference decreased by -4.26 cm for liraglutide compared to -2.24 cm for placebo (p = 0.05).

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Liraglutide and Body weight, Emergency cesarean section rate, HbA1c, and 3 more.

Primary intervention

Liraglutide

Primary outcomes

  • Body weight
  • Emergency cesarean section rate
  • HbA1c

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 68

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Related topics

6

Evidence pairs

352

Related studies

High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 6 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 4 direct semantic evidence topics

Topic contributions

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Evidencia principal

Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Body Weight

Evidencia relacionada

Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and HbA1c

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Relación de evidencia

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Body Composition

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Core evidence

Study findings

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Body weight

Liraglutide → Body weight

Liraglutide → Body weight

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
76
Positive
EvidenceScore™
Strong
Score 79 · Based on 4 studies
ConsistencyScore™
100
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 4 studies
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Emergency cesarean section rate

Liraglutide → Emergency cesarean section rate

Liraglutide → Emergency cesarean section rate

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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HbA1c

Liraglutide → HbA1c

Liraglutide → HbA1c

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
100
Very Positive
EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
ConsistencyScore™
100
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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Type 2 diabetes incidence

Liraglutide → Type 2 diabetes incidence

Liraglutide → Type 2 diabetes incidence

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Urinary tract infection rate

Liraglutide → Urinary tract infection rate

Liraglutide → Urinary tract infection rate

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
50
Neutral
EvidenceScore™
Emerging
Score 59 · Based on 1 study
ConsistencyScore™
unclear
Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Waist circumference

Liraglutide → Waist circumference

Liraglutide → Waist circumference

Evidence Intelligence™
ImpactScore™
75
Positive
EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Score 69 · Based on 2 studies
ConsistencyScore™
100
consistent
Supporting studies: Based on 2 studies
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La Evidencia Sugiere

  • Liraglutide significantly lowered HbA1c by 1.02%.
  • Body weight reduction was greater with liraglutide (-2.92 kg).
  • Waist circumference decreased more with liraglutide (-4.26 cm).
who this applies

A quién se aplica

  • Adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
  • Individuals currently on SGLT2 inhibitors and metformin.
keep in mind

Tener en Cuenta

  • Results may not generalize to all populations.
  • Further studies needed to confirm findings.
  • Effectiveness of liraglutide may vary among individuals.
between the lines

Entre Líneas

  • Non-randomized design may introduce bias.
  • Sample size and diversity not specified.
  • Some outcomes showed no significant differences.

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This study contributes to evidence on GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and Body Weight, GLP-1 Receptor Agonists and HbA1c.

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Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists affect body weight?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists may improve Body Weight.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Body weight

    EvidenceScore™ Strong | EvidenceScore™ 79.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 26 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
26 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists improve HbA1c?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists appears to improve HbA1c.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    HbA1c

    EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | strong positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 26 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
26 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists improve body composition?

Strong Evidence

GLP-1 Receptor Agonists may improve Body Composition.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Waist circumference

    EvidenceScore™ Moderate | EvidenceScore™ 69.0 | moderate positive | ConsistencyScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on 7 supporting studies with consistent results and a positive effect signal.

Limitations

  • Population details are unavailable.
7 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026

Does GLP-1 Receptor Agonists improve diabetes incidence and prevention?

Moderate Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists for Diabetes Incidence and Prevention.

ConsistencyScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Type 2 diabetes incidence

    EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a small number of supporting studies and should be interpreted cautiously.

Limitations

  • Only a small number of supporting studies are available.
  • Population details are unavailable.
2 supporting studiesUpdated: Jul 2026
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