Survodutide
Also: BI 456906
Dual GLP-1/glucagon agonist — competes with retatrutide on potency.
Evidence
emerging
Legal status
research only
Half-life
~6-7 days
Routes
subq
What it is
Survodutide combines GLP-1 appetite suppression with glucagon-driven energy expenditure and lipolysis. Phase 2 data show ~19% mean weight loss at 46 weeks.
Mechanism
Co-agonist of GLP-1 and glucagon receptors — adds energy expenditure on top of appetite suppression.
Outcomes it's matched to
- STRENGTH90%
Safety
Nausea, vomiting; cardiovascular monitoring required due to glucagon activity.
- Pregnancy
- Personal/family MTC
Legal context
Not approved. Phase 3 ongoing.