The key difference is that retatrutide is a triple-agonist targeting GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors, while semaglutide targets only GLP-1 and tirzepatide targets GLP-1 and GIP
Its value therefore lies in providing a well-characterised single-pathway GLP-1 model , making it the logical comparator for newer incretin compounds
The latest International Diabetes Federation (IDF) report indicates a 10.5% prevalence of T2DM in adults in 2021, projected to reach 12.2% by 2045 (Sun et al., 2022
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Average Weight Loss with GLP-1 Medications Clinical studies and real-world data show that patients using GLP-1 medications experience substantial weight loss: Semaglutide : Patients typically lose 15% of their body weight over 1218 months when paired with a balanced diet and regular exercise
The most common gastrointestinal side effects include nausea (up to 44%), diarrhoea (30%), vomiting (24%), constipation (24%), and abdominal pain (20%)