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    GLP-1 peptides: Semaglutide vs Tirzepatide vs Retatrutide (GLP-3)

    GLP-1 research peptides are among the most studied classes in metabolic research. Below we simply compare three well-known peptides by how many receptors they engage and the areas they are studied in. None of this is a claim or a promise of results.

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    This page organises research information. It does not contain use instructions or a promise of results.

    Peptide
    Receptors
    Class
    Research areas
    Semaglutide
    GLP-1
    Single receptor
    Body-weight regulation, glycemic response
    Tirzepatide
    GLP-1 + GIP
    Dual receptor
    Body weight, glycemic response, metabolic function
    Retatrutide (GLP-3)
    GLP-1 + GIP + glucagon
    Triple receptor
    Body weight, fat mass, glycemic response, metabolic function

    The key difference

    One, two or three receptors.

    The key difference is the number of receptors: Semaglutide engages one (GLP-1), Tirzepatide two (GLP-1 and GIP) and Retatrutide three (GLP-1, GIP and glucagon) — which is why it is often called "GLP-3". The more receptors, the more complex the compound's research profile.

    RUO limitation

    Strictly for laboratory research use. Not intended for human consumption, diagnosis, treatment or prevention of disease.

    All GLP-1