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Liraglutide vs Retatrutide

Molecule comparison

Last updated 2026-05-28 15:46 UTC

Liraglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist already approved by the FDA and sold under the brand names Saxenda and Victoza, used to treat type 2 diabetes, obesity, and reduce cardiovascular risk. Retatrutide is an experimental drug that works on three different receptors (GIP, GLP-1, and glucagon) and is not yet FDA-approved for any condition.

AI summary of the sources below.

Liraglutide Retatrutide
MechanismGLP-1 receptor agonistGIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor triple agonist
StatusApprovedPipeline
Branded productssaxenda, victoza

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