Retatrutide
Fat LossInvestigational triple agonistEmerging
Lilly triple agonist (GIP, GLP-1, glucagon receptors). Phase 3 TRIUMPH program reported large weight-loss effects in 2025โ2026; BLA planned around 2027. Not FDA-approved.
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Key Facts
- CAS
- 2381089-83-2
- Molecular Weight (MW)
- ~4731 g/mol
- Half-life
- ~6 days (weekly injection in trials)
- Unit
- mg
- Administration Route
- Subcutaneous
- Frequency
- Once weekly
- Last updated
- 8/23/2026
- Targets
- GIP receptorGLP-1 receptorGlucagon receptor
Overview
Lilly triple agonist (GIP, GLP-1, glucagon receptors). Phase 3 TRIUMPH program reported large weight-loss effects in 2025โ2026; BLA planned around 2027. Not FDA-approved.
Protocol
- Dosage Range
- Trial titration commonly 2 mg weekly stepping toward 4โ12 mg
- Frequency
- Once weekly
- Cycle
- Long-term trial setting
- Administration Route
- Subcutaneous
- Reconstitution Guide
- Varies
Science
Mechanism of Action
Single peptide that activates GIPR, GLP-1R, and GCGR to reduce appetite and increase energy expenditure. Phase 2 NEJM data and 2026 Phase 3 toplines support substantial weight reduction.
Targets
GIP receptorGLP-1 receptorGlucagon receptor
Studies
- Retatrutide phase 2 obesity (NEJM)โ Journal/year not available
- LY3437943 discovery / Cell Metabโ Journal/year not available
Benefits
Investigational obesity/T2D candidateTriple-incretin pharmacology
Potential Side Effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Increased heart rate
References
- NEJM phase 2 PMID 37366315External link ยท Year โ
- Lilly TRIUMPH-2/3 2026 releaseExternal link ยท Year โ