Mechanism differences that matter Beyond the weight loss numbers, the glucagon receptor component gives retatrutide properties that semaglutide and tirzepatide lack
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Last reviewed: June 11, 2026 Last updated: June 11, 2026 Written by: Jay Hastings, CEO of PlexusDx Jay Hastings is the CEO of PlexusDx, a precision health company focused on genetic testing, blood biomarker insights, and personalized wellness recommendations
A recent study from the Cleveland Clinic showed that genetic variants also play a significant role in the response to GLP-1 RAs, like semaglutide, for weight loss
GLP-1 medications are FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes management and, at higher doses, for chronic weight management in adults with obesity or overweight with weight-related comorbidities
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