Efficacy and Safety Comparison of Cofrogliptin Add-on Versus Metformin Dose-escalation in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Inadequately Controlled With SGLT-2 Inhibitors Plus Low-Dose Metformin:A Multicenter, Open-Label Trial
The aim of this study is to evaluate the change in glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels of adding cofrogliptin compared to escalation of metformin dose after 24 weeks in type 2 diabetes patients who have failed to achieve adequate glycemic control despite receiving combination therapy with SGLT2i and metformin. Participants will be asked to use either cofrogliptin combined with SGLT2i and metformin or SGLT2i combined with increased dose of metformin.
• Able to understand and voluntarily sign a written informed consent form.
• Male or female aged 18-74 years (inclusive).
• Meet the diagnostic criteria for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM).
• Have initiated treatment with any one of the SGLT2i monotherapy (dapagliflozin 10mg/d, canagliflozin 100mg/d, empagliflozin 10mg/d, ertugliflozin 5mg/day, or henagliflozin 10mg/day) for at least 8 weeks.
• Have received 500-1000mg/day metformin treatment for at least 8 weeks with a stable, unchanged dose maintained during the screening period.
• HbA1c level within the range of 7.5% to 9.5% inclusive.
• Fasting blood glucose (FBG) level less than 15 mmol/L before randomization.
• Body mass index (BMI) less than or equal to 40 kg/m2 before randomization.
• Urine ketone test negative before randomization.
• Estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) of 60 ml/min/1.73m2 or higher before randomization.
• Agree to maintain the same diet and exercise habits throughout the trial, and be willing and able to correctly use a home blood glucose meter for self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG) and keep records.