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Retatrutide vs Survodutide

An investigational GIP/GLP-1/glucagon triple receptor agonist. A dual glucagon and GLP-1 receptor agonist — the co-agonist that skips GIP and aims at the liver. Side by side: type, evidence tier, receptor, molecular weight, and half-life — the same fields as each monograph, rearranged so the engineering difference is visible.

Retatrutide
Survodutide
BI 456906
Also known as——
TypeAnalogAnalog
EvidenceInvestigationalInvestigational
FamilyIncretins & metabolicIncretins & metabolic
ClassGIP/GLP-1/glucagon triple agonist (acylated peptide)Glucagon/GLP-1 dual receptor agonist (acylated peptide)
Receptor / targetGIP + GLP-1 + glucagon receptorsGlucagon receptor (GCGR) + GLP-1 receptor
Molecular weight≈4,900 Da≈4,800 Da
Half-lifeengineered for once-weekly dosing
Based onGlucagon-like peptide-1Glucagon-like peptide-1

Half-life bars are on a logarithmic scale across the molecules shown. Reference values for the native or representative form — educational only, not medical or dosing advice.

Common questions

What is the difference between Retatrutide and Survodutide?
Retatrutide is an engineered analog based on Glucagon-like peptide-1; Survodutide is an engineered analog based on Glucagon-like peptide-1. Retatrutide signals at GIP + GLP-1 + glucagon receptors; Survodutide signals at Glucagon receptor (GCGR) + GLP-1 receptor.
How do the half-lives of Retatrutide and BI 456906 compare?
The reported circulating half-life of Retatrutide is ~6 days; Survodutide is engineered for once-weekly dosing. These are reference values for the native or representative form — educational only, not dosing advice.

Prefer the other order? Survodutide vs Retatrutide. Or open the interactive comparison tool to add more molecules.