Retatrutide
Retatrutide is an investigational triple-receptor agonist studied for activity at GLP-1, GIP and glucagon receptors.
Research overview
Retatrutide is a single peptide engineered to activate the GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptors. Research examines how combined incretin and glucagon-receptor signalling influences energy balance, appetite-related pathways and metabolic physiology.
Evidence status
Retatrutide has progressed into human clinical development. Published studies include early- and mid-stage trials, while longer-term efficacy and safety questions remain under active investigation.
Areas under investigation
- Triple agonism across GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptors
- Energy-balance and metabolic signalling
- Body-composition and cardiometabolic research
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