Setmelanotide Alternatives

Explore peptides similar to Setmelanotide. Compare mechanisms, effects, and find the best alternative for your research.

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Setmelanotide

Weight Loss

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An MC4R agonist for rare genetic obesity disorders. FDA approved for specific gene mutations causing obesity.

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Semaglutide

Weight Loss

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A GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. One of the most effective pharmaceutical weight loss interventions available.

Tirzepatide

Weight Loss

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A dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist representing the next generation of incretin-based therapies. Shows superior weight loss compared to semaglutide in head-to-head trials.

Liraglutide

Weight Loss

FDA

An FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. The predecessor to semaglutide with daily dosing.

Dulaglutide

Weight Loss

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An FDA-approved weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes. Fused to an Fc antibody fragment for extended duration of action.

Exenatide

Weight Loss

FDA

The first GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for diabetes. Derived from Gila monster saliva. Available in twice-daily and weekly formulations.

Semaglutide Oral

Weight Loss

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The oral formulation of semaglutide using SNAC absorption enhancer. First oral GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA approved.

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Semaglutide

FDA Approved

A GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. One of the most effective pharmaceutical weight loss interventions available.

Tirzepatide

FDA Approved

A dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist representing the next generation of incretin-based therapies. Shows superior weight loss compared to semaglutide in head-to-head trials.

AOD-9604

A modified fragment of human growth hormone (amino acids 177-191) studied for fat metabolism effects without the broader hormonal effects of full GH.

Retatrutide

A triple agonist targeting GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors. Represents the next evolution beyond dual agonists like tirzepatide, showing unprecedented weight loss in trials.

HGH Fragment 176-191

The lipolytic fragment of human growth hormone. Contains the fat-burning portion of HGH without effects on blood sugar or cell proliferation.

Liraglutide

FDA Approved

An FDA-approved GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management. The predecessor to semaglutide with daily dosing.

Dulaglutide

FDA Approved

An FDA-approved weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist for type 2 diabetes. Fused to an Fc antibody fragment for extended duration of action.

Exenatide

FDA Approved

The first GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for diabetes. Derived from Gila monster saliva. Available in twice-daily and weekly formulations.

Quick Comparison

PeptideCategoryFDA StatusAction
SetmelanotideWeight Loss✓ ApprovedOriginal
SemaglutideWeight Loss✓ ApprovedCompare →
TirzepatideWeight Loss✓ ApprovedCompare →
LiraglutideWeight Loss✓ ApprovedCompare →
DulaglutideWeight Loss✓ ApprovedCompare →