Dulaglutide vs Tirzepatide
Molecule comparison
Last updated 2026-05-28 15:46 UTCDulaglutide (brand name Trulicity) is a GLP-1 receptor agonist approved to treat type 2 diabetes and reduce cardiovascular risk. Tirzepatide (brand names Mounjaro and Zepbound) is a dual GLP-1 and GIP receptor agonist approved for type 2 diabetes, obesity, and obstructive sleep apnea. Both are taken by injection, but dulaglutide is given weekly while tirzepatide dosing varies by condition.
AI summary of the sources below.
| Dulaglutide | Tirzepatide | |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism | GLP-1 receptor agonist | GIP and GLP-1 receptor dual agonist |
| Status | Approved | Approved |
| Branded products | trulicity | mounjaro, zepbound |
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