Tirzepatide

Also Known As: LY3298176, Tirzepatide peptide, GIP GLP-1 dual agonist, Eli Lilly dual agonist, Twin incretin, Twincretin, GLP-1 GIP tirzepatide, Mounjaro injection, Zepbound injection, Tirzepatide LY3298176, Dual incretin obesity drug, Tirzapatide, Tirzepetide, GIP/GLP-1, twincretin, tirz, tzp

Tirzepatide is a research-grade Dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor co-agonist targeting GIPR studied in Weight Loss & Metabolism research. It is supplied strictly for in vitro laboratory research use only - not for human or animal consumption, and not FDA-approved.

Evidence Tier: Approved Drug - FDA and/or EMA approved with robust human trial data.

The approved dual-incretin weight-loss and diabetes drug; compounded versions are not FDA-evaluated.

At A Glance

Tirzepatide Key Research Facts
CategoryWeight Loss & Metabolism
Compound ClassDual GIP/GLP-1 receptor co-agonist (twincretin); synthetic 39-residue peptide with C18 fatty diacid for albumin binding
Molecular TargetGIPR (GIP receptor) + GLP-1R (GLP-1 receptor); dual incretin axis activation; pancreatic insulin secretion and hypothalamic appetite suppression
Molecular Weight4813.45 Da
Amino Acid Sequence39-aa acylated peptide (C20 diacid)
CAS Number2023788-19-2
Half-Life~1 week
WADA Statusnot_listed
Evidence TierApproved Drug

Mechanism Of Action

It is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. It dramatically slows gastric emptying and sensitizes the body to insulin, resulting in profound appetite suppression and record-breaking weight loss in trials.

Studied For

  • Type 2 diabetes management
  • Chronic weight management / obesity
  • Obstructive sleep apnea in obesity (FDA approved 2024)
  • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD/MASH)
  • Cardiovascular risk reduction
  • HbA1c lowering
  • Body weight reduction superior to semaglutide
  • Insulin resistance
  • Metabolic syndrome
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome
  • Kidney disease in diabetes
  • Heart failure with obesity
  • Appetite suppression dual pathway
  • Lean mass preservation
  • weight loss
  • diabetes
  • fat loss
  • appetite suppression
  • obesity
  • metabolic syndrome
  • insulin sensitivity
  • A1C reduction

Reported Research Findings

Strong human trials (SURPASS, SURMOUNT), superior to semaglutide on weight in a head-to-head; FDA-approved for diabetes, obesity, and sleep apnea.

Safety And Handling Notes

Dose-dependent gastrointestinal effects; gallbladder and pancreatitis signals.

FDA boxed warning for thyroid C-cell tumors; contraindicated with personal or family medullary thyroid carcinoma or MEN 2. Approved product is distinct from compounded versions.

Regulatory Status

FDA-approved: Mounjaro (T2D, 2022); Zepbound (chronic weight management, 2023); Zepbound approved for moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnea in adults with obesity (Dec 2024). Compounded versions are not FDA-evaluated. Not on the WADA 2026 Prohibited List; tirzepatide was added to the WADA Monitoring Program effective 1 January 2026 (monitored, not sanctioned).

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Spec Sheet

Tirzepatide

Also Known As: LY3298176, Tirzepatide peptide, GIP GLP-1 dual agonist, Eli Lilly dual agonist, Twin incretin, Twincretin, GLP-1 GIP tirzepatide, Mounjaro injection, Zepbound injection, Tirzepatide LY3298176, Dual incretin obesity drug, Tirzapatide, Tirzepetide, GIP/GLP-1, twincretin, tirz, tzp

Approved DrugWeight Loss & MetabolismGLP-1 Class

Explain Like I'm 5

  • Tirzepatide is a super-advanced weight loss signal. It acts like two different hormones combined into one, stopping your hunger completely while also making your body process sugars flawlessly.

The approved dual-incretin weight-loss and diabetes drug; compounded versions are not FDA-evaluated.

Identity & Classification
Tirzepatide Key Research Facts
ClassDual GIP/GLP-1 receptor co-agonist (twincretin); synthetic 39-residue peptide with C18 fatty diacid for albumin binding
Molecular TargetGIPR (GIP receptor) + GLP-1R (GLP-1 receptor); dual incretin axis activation; pancreatic insulin secretion and hypothalamic appetite suppression
CategoryWeight Loss & Metabolism
Molecular Weight4813.45 Da
Amino Acid Sequence39-aa acylated peptide (C20 diacid)
CAS Number2023788-19-2
Parent CompoundIncretin dual agonist
Classification Flags
GLP-1 / Incretin Class
Research Metrics at a Glance
2,591
PubMed Citations
174
Clinical Trials
174 Active

Related Compounds

Research Use Only. Not For Human Or Veterinary Use. Information Provided For Laboratory Research Purposes Only.

Research Reference Only — Not Medical Advice. For In Vitro Laboratory Use Only.
Typical Dose2.5 mg → titrated up to 15 mg (SURMOUNT protocol)
FrequencyOnce weekly
Cycle On72 weeks (per SURMOUNT-1 protocol)
Cycle OffNo standardized off-cycle in published research
Route(s)
Subcutaneous
Research Notes

Titrate: 2.5 mg/week × 4 weeks → increase by 2.5 mg every 4 weeks to target dose. Dual GIP/GLP-1 agonism produces distinct metabolic profile vs. semaglutide alone. Administration once weekly on same day each week.

Sequence Motif Viewer

31 Residues
39-AAACYLATEDPEPTIDE(C20DIACID)
BasicAcidicPolarNon-PolarAromaticSpecial
CompoundCompoundTargetReceptor / TargetIt is a dual GIP andDownstream PathwayResearch EffectStudied Effect

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Tirzepatide Frequently Asked Questions

What Is Tirzepatide?

The approved dual-incretin weight-loss and diabetes drug; compounded versions are not FDA-evaluated.

How Does Tirzepatide Work?

It is a dual GIP and GLP-1 receptor agonist. It dramatically slows gastric emptying and sensitizes the body to insulin, resulting in profound appetite suppression and record-breaking weight loss in trials.

What Has Tirzepatide Been Studied For?

In the referenced literature, Tirzepatide has been studied for Type 2 diabetes management, Chronic weight management / obesity, Obstructive sleep apnea in obesity (FDA approved 2024), Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD/MASH), Cardiovascular risk reduction, HbA1c lowering, Body weight reduction superior to semaglutide, Insulin resistance, Metabolic syndrome, Polycystic ovary syndrome, Kidney disease in diabetes, Heart failure with obesity, Appetite suppression dual pathway, Lean mass preservation, weight loss, diabetes, fat loss, appetite suppression, obesity, metabolic syndrome, insulin sensitivity, A1C reduction. This summarizes research focus only and is not a claim of efficacy.

What Is The Reported Half-Life Of Tirzepatide?

Tirzepatide has a reported half-life of ~1 week in the referenced literature.

Is Tirzepatide Approved For Human Use?

No. Tirzepatide is supplied strictly for in vitro laboratory research use only. It is not intended for human or animal consumption, ingestion, or injection, and it has not been evaluated by the FDA.

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