Metabolism & incretins
Survodutide
Also known as: BI 456906, Dual-Glucagon/GLP-1-Agonist
A dual glucagon and GLP-1 receptor agonist. The glucagon component is intended to raise energy expenditure and fat burning in the liver.
Structure
- Molecular weight
- ~3,800 Da
- Amino acids
- 29
- Half-life
- ~6 days
Mechanism of action
The GLP-1 component regulates appetite and blood sugar, while the glucagon component raises hepatic energy expenditure and fat oxidation in the liver.
Studies
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