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Liraglutide vs Exenatide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Liraglutide and Exenatide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Liraglutide
Exenatide
Name
Liraglutide
Exenatide
Peptide Class
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Incretin mimetic
Category
Weight Loss and Metabolic
Weight Loss and Metabolic
Dosage Range
0.6 mg to 3 mg daily
5-10 mcg twice daily
Half-Life
13 hours
2.4 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$800-1200/month
$300-500/month
Liraglutide
Liraglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist primarily used for weight management and Type 2 diabetes control. It mimics the action of the GLP-1 hormone, e...
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Exenatide is a synthetic peptide that mimics the incretin hormone GLP-1, primarily used for managing type 2 diabetes and aiding in weight loss. It wor...
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