What is cagrilintide?
Also known as: Cagri · CagriSema
- Route
- Subcutaneous
- Half-life
- ~7 days
- Evidence
- Early evidence
Amylin analog discussed around weight management. Sometimes paired with semaglutide as CagriSema.
Cagrilintide is a compound commonly discussed in relation to weight management. It is an amylin analog, a different mechanism from the GLP-1 drugs, and is sometimes paired with semaglutide in a combination called CagriSema.
TRKD+ lists it at an Early evidence tier. It is still being studied, and much of the discussion is about its pairing with GLP-1 medications.
TRKD+ describes cagrilintide and lets you track it, without recommending it or giving dosing. A licensed provider is the right source.
Vocabulary
Terms you’ll see with it.
- Protocol
Peptide
A short chain of amino acids. Smaller than a protein, larger than a single amino acid.
- Route
Subcutaneous
Injected into the fat layer just under the skin. Short needle, shallow angle.
- Protocol
Titration
Easing a dose up or down gradually over weeks, rather than jumping straight to a target.
- Timing
Half-life
How long it takes for half of a dose to clear your system. Drives dosing frequency.
Common questions
People also ask.
- What is CagriSema?
- A combination of cagrilintide and semaglutide that people discuss for weight management.
- Is cagrilintide a GLP-1?
- No. It is an amylin analog, a different mechanism, though it is often discussed alongside GLP-1 medications.
Related compounds
Keep reading.
- GLP-1
Semaglutide
Prescription GLP-1 agonist sold as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Rybelsus. Discussed around weight and blood sugar.
- GLP-1 / GIP
Tirzepatide
Prescription dual GLP-1/GIP agonist sold as Mounjaro and Zepbound. Discussed around weight and blood sugar.
- GLP-1 / GIP / Glucagon
Retatrutide
Investigational triple-receptor compound (GLP-1, GIP, glucagon). Discussed around weight and metabolism.
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