New England Journal of Medicine
Triple-Hormone-Receptor Agonist Retatrutide for Obesity - A Phase 2 Trial
Jastreboff AM, Kaplan LM, Frías JP, et al.
2023 · DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2301972 · PMID: 37366315
Read on PubMed ↗
Researcher attestation
Aero Peptides supplies research-grade peptides for in-vitro and laboratory use only. Not for human or veterinary consumption.
By entering you confirm that:
Acceptance stored locally for 180 days.
Free US shipping over $150Free domestic shipping on all orders over $150

Metabolics & Appetite
Retatrutide is an investigational 39-amino-acid, fatty-acid-acylated triple agonist engineered to engage the GIP, GLP-1, and glucagon receptors from a single peptide backbone. Phase 2 trial cohorts and supporting preclinical work have characterised its receptor pharmacology, gastric-emptying effects, and observed changes in body composition and hepatic-fat endpoints in obesity and MASLD research populations. Reported phase 1b and phase 2 data describe dose-ranging pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles, while structural biology studies have begun to map its binding mode across the three class B GPCRs. Discussed here strictly as an investigational research compound; AeroPeptides supplies retatrutide for in vitro and non-clinical laboratory study only. For laboratory and research use only.
Research focus
Summary of contexts in which this compound appears in the preclinical literature. See cited studies for primary sources.
Retatrutide is an investigational 39-amino-acid, fatty-acid-acylated triple agonist engineered to engage the GIP, GLP-1, and glucagon receptors from a single peptide backbone. Phase 2 trial cohorts and supporting preclinical work have characterised its receptor pharmacology, gastric-emptying effects, and observed changes in body composition and hepatic-fat endpoints in obesity and MASLD research populations. Reported phase 1b and phase 2 data describe dose-ranging pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles, while structural biology studies have begun to map its binding mode across the three class B GPCRs. Discussed here strictly as an investigational research compound; AeroPeptides supplies retatrutide for in vitro and non-clinical laboratory study only. For laboratory and research use only.
Areas of research interest
Technical specifications
Compound Information
Triple receptor agonist GIP/GLP-1/Glucagon (39 amino acids)
Storage & Stability
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C • long-term stable in sealed lyophilized form
Reconstituted
2-8°C • use within 30 days of reconstitution
Light
Protect from light during storage and reconstitution
Room temperature
Short-term tolerant during shipping; minimise extended exposure above 25°C
Dosing in the literature
Observational summary of values reported in published research. Not a guide for human or animal use.
Reconstitution
Typically 1–2 mL bacteriostatic water per 10 mg vial, yielding ~5–10 mg/mL working concentration in research preparations.
Published protocols
Phase 2 trials (Jastreboff 2023, NEJM) evaluated weekly subcutaneous doses of 1, 4, 8, and 12 mg in obesity research cohorts. Phase 1b dose-escalation went up to 12 mg single SC.
Half-life
~6 days in human pharmacokinetic studies, supporting once-weekly dosing in trial protocols.
Post-reconstitution stability
~28 days at 2–8 °C in BAC-water solution.
Values from cited NEJM 2023 phase 2 trial and Urva 2022 phase 1b PK study. Clinical-trial dose ranges only — no general-use protocols established.
Sources & references
New England Journal of Medicine
Triple-Hormone-Receptor Agonist Retatrutide for Obesity - A Phase 2 Trial
Jastreboff AM, Kaplan LM, Frías JP, et al.
2023 · DOI: 10.1056/NEJMoa2301972 · PMID: 37366315
Read on PubMed ↗Nature Medicine
Triple hormone receptor agonist retatrutide for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease: a randomized phase 2a trial
Sanyal AJ, Kaplan LM, Frias JP, et al.
2024 · DOI: 10.1038/s41591-024-03018-2 · PMID: 38858523
Read on PubMed ↗Cell Metabolism
LY3437943, a novel triple glucagon, GIP, and GLP-1 receptor agonist for glycemic control and weight loss: From discovery to clinical proof of concept
Coskun T, Urva S, Roell WC, et al.
2022 · DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2022.07.013 · PMID: 35985340
Read on PubMed ↗The Lancet
LY3437943, a novel triple GIP, GLP-1, and glucagon receptor agonist in people with type 2 diabetes: a phase 1b, multicentre, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised, multiple-ascending dose trial
Urva S, Coskun T, Loh MT, et al.
2022 · DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(22)02033-5 · PMID: 36354040
Read on PubMed ↗The Lancet
Retatrutide, a GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist, for people with type 2 diabetes: a randomised, double-blind, placebo and active-controlled, parallel-group, phase 2 trial conducted in the USA
Rosenstock J, Frias J, Jastreboff AM, et al.
2023 · DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(23)01053-X · PMID: 37385280
Read on PubMed ↗Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism
The novel GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptor agonist retatrutide delays gastric emptying
Urva S, Quinlan T, Landry J, et al.
2023 · DOI: 10.1111/dom.15167 · PMID: 37311727
Read on PubMed ↗Cell Discovery
Structural insights into the triple agonism at GLP-1R, GIPR and GCGR manifested by retatrutide
Li W, Zhou Q, Cong Z, et al.
2024 · DOI: 10.1038/s41421-024-00702-y · PMID: 39019866
Read on PubMed ↗European Journal of Clinical Pharmacology
A review of an investigational drug retatrutide, a novel triple agonist agent for the treatment of obesity
Kaur M, Misra S
2024 · DOI: 10.1007/s00228-024-03646-0 · PMID: 38367045
Read on PubMed ↗Cardiology in Review
The First Triple Agonist for Antiobesity: Retatrutide
Tetelbaum L, Mullally JA, Frishman WH
2024 · DOI: 10.1097/CRD.0000000000000793 · PMID: 39724554
Read on PubMed ↗NPJ Metabolic Health and Disease
Incretin triple agonist retatrutide alleviates obesity-associated cancer progression
Marathe SJ, Grey EW, Bohm MS, et al.
2025 · DOI: 10.1038/s44324-025-00054-5 · PMID: 40094000
Read on PubMed ↗10 peer-reviewed references listed. Citations verified against NCBI PubMed records. For research and educational reference only — does not constitute medical advice.
Researcher FAQ
No. Aero Peptides materials are sold exclusively for in-vitro research and laboratory analytical use. They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, and are not approved for human or animal administration.
By placing an order, you confirm that you are a qualified researcher and that the material will be used in accordance with all applicable institutional and jurisdictional regulations.
Each lot is independently tested for identity, purity, and mass using HPLC and mass spectrometry. The COA lists the lot number, test date, assay results, and the laboratory that performed the analysis.
Public COA documents are being prepared. In the meantime, you can request a COA for your specific lot and we’ll email it within 1 business day.
Orders ship quickly after your order is placed, from the US. Lyophilized peptides are shipped with insulation appropriate to season; short-term ambient excursions during transit do not measurably affect potency.
On receipt, store at −20°C in the sealed vial until reconstitution. See the handling matrix for full storage parameters. Tracked shipping is included; we ship to all US states and most international destinations.
Most peptides are reconstituted with bacteriostatic water (BAC). The volume depends on the target working concentration. Use our Peptide Calculator to compute volume, U-100 insulin syringe units, and doses per vial from peptide mass and target dose.
Once reconstituted, store at 2–8°C and use within 30 days. Protect the vial from light during storage and handling.
Because peptides are temperature-sensitive research materials, we cannot accept returns of opened or unsealed vials. If a shipment arrives damaged or the seal is broken on arrival, contact us within 7 days and we’ll replace or refund.
See our full returns policy for details.
Don’t see your question? Contact our research team — we typically reply within one business day.
In the same category
Frequently paired
⚠ Important research notice
Not for human consumption. This product is sold exclusively for research and educational purposes. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
All clinical trial data and research findings presented on this page are sourced from peer-reviewed journals and official publications. They are provided for educational reference only and should not be interpreted as medical advice or product claims.
By purchasing this product, you confirm that you are a qualified researcher and will use it in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations.