It's a triple-agonist, targeting three different receptors: the glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1), glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP), and glucagon (GCG) receptors
In a letter, the FDA confirmed that nominations for several peptides had been withdrawn and that these substances would be removed from Category 2 from April 22
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According to the company, the compound demonstrated approximately 15% weight loss in preclinical testing compared with roughly 9% observed with liraglutide, while food intake reductions approached 39% versus approximately 20% for the comparator
Hewson AK, Tung LY, Connell DW, Tookman L, Dickson SL (2002) The rat arcuate nucleus integrates peripheral signals provided by leptin, insulin,and a ghrelin mimetic