Unleashing the power of retatrutide: A possible triumph over obesity and overweight: A correspondence
Muhammad Naeem, Laiba Imran, Umm E Salma Shabbar Banatwala
Abstract
Background and Aims: Overweight and obesity have become global health challenges with increasing prevalence. Several drugs have received Food and Drug Administration approval for nonsyndromic obesity treatment, but most have limitations, including gastrointestinal side effects and limited weight loss efficacy. Body: Retatrutide, a novel incretin mimetic agent, has shown promise in clinical trials for significant weight reduction. It has demonstrated dosage-dependent pharmacokinetics with favorable safety profiles. The primary focus of this paper is to explore retatrutide and critically assess its clinical trials to justify its use and feasibility while highlighting its shortcomings. This paper also delves into the subject of obesity and its health manifestations. Conclusion: It is expected that the use of retatrutide, a triple agonist, will result in significant weight loss among individuals who are obese or overweight.