Author Contributions Katherine N Cahill contributed to the conception of this review
Its best to consult with your provider to ensure a safe and effective treatment plan
Mechanism of Action Retatrutide is a triple agonist of GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors
It acts on three metabolic pathways at once GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon and is sometimes informally called "GLP-3" for this three-receptor mechanism
Distinct effects of glutathione disulphide on the nuclear transcription factor kappa B and the activator protein-1
Alternatives to the Ozempic pill If you are comfortable giving yourself an injection, you can talk with your provider about other GLP-1s approved for the treatment of Type 2 Diabetes, like the injectable form of Ozempic (semaglutide), Mounjaro (tirzepatide), Victoza (liraglutide), and Trulicity (dulaglutide)