# Tiragratide > Investigational triple hormone receptor agonist for metabolic disease. Source: https://peptides.cafe/peptide/tiragratide Category: Metabolic · Incretin Tag: Metabolic ## Mechanism An investigational peptide agonist targeting GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. Similar mechanism to retatrutide, designed to maximize weight loss while preserving lean mass through multi-pathway metabolic modulation. ## Research areas - Obesity and metabolic syndrome - Type 2 diabetes glycemic control - NAFLD and liver fat reduction ## Common research protocols - Weekly subcutaneous research: Once-weekly dosing in Phase 2 and 3 clinical trials. ## Study summaries - "Tiragratide Phase 2 trial in obesity" — Diabetes Care (2025): Demonstrated significant weight reduction with favorable GI tolerability profile. ## Considerations - Investigational; not yet FDA-approved. - Requires physician oversight in clinical trials. ## Disclaimer Educational content only. Not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Most research peptides are not FDA-approved for human therapeutic use. Consult a licensed clinician before any use.