Tier A — large human RCTs, regulatory approval
Semaglutide & Tirzepatide
Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Tirzepatide is a dual GIP + GLP-1 receptor agonist.
Evidence
Large, well-run human RCT programmes. Regulatory approval in major markets for type 2 diabetes and, in specific formulations, weight management.
Mechanism
Glucose-dependent insulin secretion, slowed gastric emptying, central appetite signalling.
This page is intentionally mechanism-only. These compounds sit under scheduled-condition advertising restrictions in several jurisdictions, India included — nothing here should be read as advertising toward weight loss or diabetes. If you're a clinician or researcher with questions, reach out directly.
Also worth knowing
These molecules are under active patent in most markets. Unlicensed copies carry intellectual-property exposure independent of any regulatory question.
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