- Is retatrutide approved?
- No. As of October 2026 it is investigational in every country we are aware of. Lilly's stated plan is a U.S. submission in early 2027; approval would follow only after FDA review.
- How does it differ from tirzepatide?
- Tirzepatide activates two receptors (GIP and GLP-1). Retatrutide adds a third, the glucagon receptor. A trial comparing the two directly is registered (NCT06662383) but had not published results at our last review.
- What side effects did trials report?
- Mostly gastrointestinal (nausea, diarrhoea). Trials also reported dose-related heart-rate increases (phase 2) and more hypotension and dysesthesia than placebo (TRIUMPH-2).
- What is the 'GLP-3 RT' listing?
- Our GLP-3 RT listing is described as a GLP-1/GIP/glucagon receptor agonist in a smaller vial. Ask us for the lot certificate of analysis to see its verified identity.