
Survodutide
Survodutide (BI 456906) is a long-acting peptide that co-activates GLP-1 and glucagon receptors, designed to deliver robust body-weight reduction by coupling GL…
Half-life
Approximately 1 week (supports once-weekly dosing)
Delivery
Once-weekly subcutaneous injection
Suggested dosage
Not specified
Usage
Mechanism of action
Benefits (4)
- Clinically meaningful body-weight reduction (once-weekly dosing)
- Improved glycemic and cardiometabolic markers in study populations
- Reductions in liver fat and MASH-related biomarkers in trials
- Potential improvements in waist circumference and lipid parameters
Side effects (5)
- Class-typical GI effects (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea/constipation)
- Decreased appetite
- Injection-site reactions
- Possible mild heart-rate increase (glucagon component, dose-dependent)
- Rare: gallbladder disease or pancreatitis (incretin class consideration)