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Metabolic · Incretin

Retatrutide

Triple GLP-1/GIP/glucagon agonist in late-stage obesity trials.

Mechanism of Action

A synthetic peptide that simultaneously agonizes GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. The glucagon component is hypothesized to add energy expenditure on top of the appetite suppression and insulinotropic effects of GLP-1/GIP.

Research Areas

Obesity and weight loss (Phase 3)
Type 2 diabetes
NAFLD/MASH

Common Research Protocols

Weekly subcutaneous trials

Once-weekly subcutaneous escalation in obesity and T2D trials.

Protocols summarized for educational reference from published research. Not dosing guidance.

Cited Research

[1]New England Journal of Medicine·2023

Triple-hormone-receptor agonist retatrutide for obesity

Phase 2 trial showed up to ~24% body weight reduction at 48 weeks.

Important Considerations

  • Investigational; not FDA-approved (Phase 3 ongoing).
  • GI side effects common, similar to other incretin therapies.
  • Requires physician oversight.

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