Retatrutide works on three receptors: GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon
Medication Options and Costs Medication Monthly cost Compounded semaglutide injections $179 first month, then $299 Compounded semaglutide tablets $249 first month, then $369 Compounded tirzepatide injections $279 first month, then $399 Compounded tirzepatide tablets $279 first month, then $399 Ozempic injections (when available) $1999 Insurance Cash payments only How to Get Started Complete an online assessment

When discussing retatrutide with a healthcare professional, it is helpful to: Share your full cardiovascular history , including any previous heart conditions, arrhythmias, or relevant family history Bring a list of your current medications , as the heart rate effects of retatrutide may be relevant where rate-modifying drugs are already prescribed Ask about eligibility for clinical trials , as your GP or specialist may be able to refer you to a trial centre if you meet the inclusion criteria Discuss your overall cardiometabolic risk , including blood pressure, cholesterol, HbA1c, and BMI, to contextualise whether a drug of this class might be appropriate for you in the future For clinicians, current NICE guidance relevant to this area includes NICE CG189 (Obesity: identification, assessment and management), NICE TA875 (Semaglutide for managing overweight and obesity), and NICE NG28 (Type 2 diabetes in adults: management)

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