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RETATRUTIDE

Triple-Receptor Metabolic Peptide

METABOLICINCRETIN

ALIASES

LY3437943, Reta, Retatrutide-LY, triple agonist

CLASS

Synthetic peptide · triple-receptor incretin agonist

FORMULA

C221H343N51O63

HALF-LIFE

~6 days

ROUTES

Subcutaneous (in published trials)

MECHANISM OF ACTION

Engineered single-molecule agonist at GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. Investigational compound from Eli Lilly under the codename LY3437943.

EVIDENCE GRADES

Body weight reduction (24w)A

Phase 2 NEJM 2023 reported dose-dependent -7.2% to -17.5% LS mean change at 24w (Jastreboff et al., PMID 37366315). High-quality RCT.

Body weight reduction (48w)A

Same trial 48-week extension: -8.7% to -24.2% LS mean. n=338.

Glycemic improvementB

Glycemic endpoints improved despite GCGR engagement. Phase 3 TRIUMPH data pending.

Long-term safetyC

Phase 2 GI tolerability profile dose-dependent; dose-related heart-rate increases noted. Phase 3 ongoing.

MECHANISM CATEGORIES

RESEARCH CONDITIONS

SAFETY

Side effects

  • Nausea (dose-dependent)
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Constipation
  • Injection-site reactions
  • Resting heart-rate increase

Drug interactions

  • Other GLP-1R agonists (concurrent use not studied)
  • Insulin / sulfonylureas (hypoglycemia risk)

Contraindications

  • Personal/family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma (class-based caution)
  • Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 2

REGULATORY STATUS

FDA · Investigational compound · NOT FDA-approved · TRIUMPH Phase 3 program ongoing as of 2026-05.

WADA · Not currently listed on the WADA Prohibited List (2026).

STORAGE

Lyophilized · 2–8 °C, 12+ months

Reconstituted · 2–8 °C, 28 days

PEER-REVIEWED EVIDENCE

  • Jastreboff AM, Kaplan LM, Frías JP, et al.. Triple-Hormone-Receptor Agonist Retatrutide for Obesity — A Phase 2 Trial. N Engl J Med 2023. PMID 37366315. link →
  • Eli Lilly and Company. A Study of LY3437943 in Participants With Obesity (Phase 2). ClinicalTrials.gov 2021. NCT04881760. link →

FAQ · 15 QUESTIONS

What is retatrutide?

Retatrutide (Eli Lilly code LY3437943) is a synthetic peptide engineered as a triple agonist at the GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. It is an investigational compound — not FDA-approved — currently in the Phase 3 TRIUMPH program.

How does retatrutide differ from tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide is a dual GLP-1R + GIPR agonist. Retatrutide adds glucagon-receptor agonism on top, which is the key pharmacological differentiator and the basis for the deeper observed weight reductions in Phase 2.

Is retatrutide FDA-approved?

No. Retatrutide is an investigational compound. The Phase 3 TRIUMPH program is ongoing. The substance sold here is supplied as a research-grade reference compound for in-vitro use only.

What was the Phase 2 result?

The published Phase 2 NEJM trial (Jastreboff et al., 2023, PMID 37366315; NCT04881760) reported least-squares mean body-weight reductions of -8.7% to -24.2% across dose arms at 48 weeks vs -2.1% with placebo. Those numbers are the property of the publishing investigators, not claims of this product.

What is the half-life of retatrutide?

Published pharmacokinetic data indicate a terminal half-life around six days, consistent with once-weekly dosing in trials.

Is retatrutide banned by WADA?

Retatrutide is not currently listed on the WADA Prohibited List as of the 2026 update. Status can change — always verify with the current WADA list before competition.

How is retatrutide reconstituted?

Reconstitute lyophilized retatrutide with USP-grade sterile diluent per laboratory protocol. The PEPPUDEX calculator at /calculator returns volume-per-dose math given vial mg, BAC mL, and target mcg.

Can retatrutide be stacked with tirzepatide?

No published research supports simultaneous use of multiple incretin agonists. They engage overlapping pathways and combined use is unstudied. This wiki does not recommend any human dose or combination.

What were the most common side effects in Phase 2?

Gastrointestinal events (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) were the dominant adverse-event class, dose-dependent and mostly mild-to-moderate. Dose-dependent heart-rate increases peaked at 24 weeks and declined thereafter.

Why does retatrutide cause more weight loss than tirzepatide in trials?

The hypothesis is that glucagon-receptor agonism adds a thermogenic / increased-energy-expenditure component on top of the GLP-1R/GIPR appetite-and-insulin effects. Mechanism is under active study.

What is the manufacturer of retatrutide?

The originator molecule is property of Eli Lilly under the development code LY3437943. Research-grade compounds supplied through Peppu Studio are synthesized for laboratory use only and are distinct from any branded human-prescription formulation.

How long do retatrutide cycles last in published trials?

The published Phase 2 trial dosed once-weekly for 48 weeks. Phase 3 TRIUMPH durations vary by sub-study; consult ClinicalTrials.gov for current protocols.

Does retatrutide affect heart rate?

Phase 2 reported dose-dependent increases in resting heart rate peaking around 24 weeks before declining. This is a class-level signal for incretin agonists at higher doses.

Is retatrutide oral or injectable in trials?

Published trials use subcutaneous injection only. There is no approved or studied oral formulation as of the Phase 2 publication.

What does triple receptor agonism mean?

Retatrutide engages three receptors simultaneously: GLP-1R, GIPR, and the glucagon receptor (GCGR). Each receptor drives a distinct branch of metabolic and energy-expenditure signaling; the molecule is engineered to balance all three.

APPEARS IN STACKS

SIGNATURE MOVES

Appetite SuppressPOW 60

GLP-1 arm slows gastric emptying.

Triple BurnPOW 160

Activates all three receptors. Phase 2 NEJM 2023 — NCT04881760.

SOURCED FROM PEPPU LABS

Reference compounds documented on this page are available as research-grade material at Peppu Studio · ≥99% purity · per-batch Certificate of Analysis. For laboratory research use only. No human dose is recommended by this wiki.

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▶ LAST UPDATED · 2026-05-19

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