GLP-1 5mg
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Compound Identity
COMPOUND NAME
Semaglutide
SYNONYMS
NN9535
CAS NUMBER
910463-68-2
MOLECULAR FORMULA
C187H291N45O59
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
~4113.58 g/mol
STRUCTURE
Peptide sequence with modifications to enhance stability; includes Aib at position 8, Arg at position 34, and a C18 fatty diacid moiety attached to lysine 26 via a hydrophilic spacer.
PEPTIDE SEQUENCE
H-Aib-Glu-Gly-Thr-Phe-Thr-Ser-Asp-Val-Ser-Ser-Tyr-Leu-Glu-Gln-Lys-Ala-Ala-Gln-Ala-Ala-Lys-Glu-Phe-Ile-Ala-Trp-Leu-Val-Arg-Gly-Arg-NH?
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE

Source: PubChem
Mechanism of Action
Semaglutide is a potent, selective GLP-1 receptor agonist. It stimulates the GLP-1 receptor in pancreatic ?-cells to enhance glucose-dependent insulin secretion, suppresses pancreatic ?-cell glucagon secretion, and directly acts on appetite-regulating centers in the brain. The result is pronounced postprandial and fasting blood glucose reduction, delayed gastric emptying (transient), reduced hunger, enhanced satiety, and decreased caloric intake. Structural modifications protect against DPP-4 degradation and extend the peptide’s half-life, allowing once-weekly dosing
Pancreas: Enhanced glucose-dependent insulin secretion; glucagon suppression, lowering hepatic glucose output
Central Nervous System: Decreases food intake by targeting homeostatic and hedonic appetite pathways (hindbrain/hypothalamus), reducing hunger and cravings, and enhancing satiety
Gastrointestinal Tract: Delays gastric emptying, contributing to satiety (transient effect at higher doses)
Adiposity/Energy Intake: Weight loss is primarily driven by sustained reduction in caloric intake, not increased energy expenditure
Biological Activity
Potent GLP-1 receptor agonist Enhances insulin secretion (glucose-dependent) Suppresses glucagon secretion Reduces appetite and caloric intake Produces significant, sustained body weight loss Improves cardiometabolic risk factors (glycemia, blood pressure, lipids)
Storage
- Refrigerate once reconstituted. Protect from light and moisture.
Drug Categories
Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins; Lipids
Additional Notes
- Engineered for DPP-IV resistance and long half-life via fatty-acid conjugation
- Demonstrates the highest anti-obesity efficacy of any currently approved agent
Summary Table
Disclaimer
For Research Use Only. Not intended for human or veterinary use. This compound is supplied solely for laboratory and R&D purposes.
Detailed Product Description
Semaglutide is a modified GLP-1 analog containing 94% sequence homology with native human GLP-1. Key structural changes—Aib substitution at position 8, Arg at position 34, and C18 fatty diacid conjugation at Lys26—enable reversible albumin binding and confer resistance to DPP-4-mediated degradation. This results in a long half-life (approximately 7 days), making it suitable for once-weekly subcutaneous injection. Semaglutide robustly reduces appetite, promotes satiety, and significantly decreases body weight and glycemic parameters in both obese/overweight individuals and those with type 2 diabetes.
Research Highlights
Sustained Weight Loss: Reductions of 8–16%+ of baseline body weight over 1–2 years; 86% of patients lose at least 5% of baseline weight; up to 32% lose ?
20%
Glycemic Control: HbA1c reductions up to 1.
9% vs placebo, with effects on both fasting and postprandial glucose
Cardiometabolic Improvement: Decreases in blood pressure, waist circumference, lipid fractions, and inflammatory biomarkers; improved quality of life metrics
Head-to-Head Studies: Outperforms once-daily liraglutide 3.
0 mg, orlistat, phentermine–topiramate, and naltrexone–bupropion for weight loss efficacy
Pharmacokinetic Profile
Route of Administration
SC
Dosing Frequency
Once weekly
Half-Life
184 hours
- Route of Administration: Subcutaneous
- Dosing Frequency: Once weekly (subcutaneous)
- Half-Life: ~155–184 hours (6.5–7.7 days), supporting once-weekly SC dosing
- Formulation:
Formulation & Handling
- Reconstitute in sterile water or PBS (pH ~7.4) for in vivo/in vitro use
- Store at –20°C in aliquots to prevent freeze-thaw degradation
- Shelf-stable for 12 months under recommended storage condition
Clinical Trial Activity
References
Quality & Purity
This product is synthesized via solid-phase peptide synthesis (SPPS) and tested to ≥99% purity by HPLC with identity confirmed by mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available for every batch. Learn about our full quality and testing process →
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