Peptides in 3D

The GLP-1 family tree

Semaglutide hits 1 receptor, tirzepatide hits 2, retatrutide hits 3. See all three peptides side by side in rotatable 3D and tap any amino acid.

Educational content, not medical advice. Retatrutide is investigational and not FDA approved.

Semaglutide · 1 receptor

A 31-amino-acid GLP-1 analog with a fatty-acid chain that lets it bind albumin and last about a week. It targets the GLP-1 receptor. FDA approved in 2017.

Tirzepatide · 2 receptors

A 39-amino-acid peptide that activates both the GIP and GLP-1 receptors. FDA approved in 2022.

Retatrutide · 3 receptors

A 39-amino-acid peptide that activates GIP, GLP-1 and glucagon receptors. It is investigational and in Phase 3 trials.

About these models

Each chain uses its real published sequence, laid out on an idealized helix for clarity. Receptors are drawn as stylized class-B GPCRs: seven helices crossing the cell membrane, topped by a large outer domain.

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