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Retatrutide vs Semaglutide

Molecule comparison

Last updated 2026-05-28 15:46 UTC

Retatrutide is an experimental triple-receptor drug (GIP, GLP-1, and glucagon) that has not yet been approved by the FDA for any use. Semaglutide, already FDA-approved, is a GLP-1-only drug sold under brand names like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus for treating type 2 diabetes, obesity, chronic kidney disease, and reducing cardiovascular risk.

AI summary of the sources below.

Retatrutide Semaglutide
MechanismGIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor triple agonistGLP-1 receptor agonist
StatusPipelineApproved
Branded productsozempic, wegovy, rybelsus

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