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Setmelanotide vs Liraglutide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Setmelanotide and Liraglutide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Setmelanotide
Liraglutide
Name
Setmelanotide
Liraglutide
Peptide Class
Melanocortin receptor agonist
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Category
Melanocortin
Weight Loss and Metabolic
Dosage Range
1-3 mg per day
0.6 mg to 3 mg daily
Half-Life
11 hours
13 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$500-800 per cycle
$800-1200/month
Setmelanotide
Setmelanotide is a potent melanocortin-4 receptor agonist specifically designed for the treatment of rare genetic disorders that lead to obesity. By t...
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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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