Metabolic Compound

Exenatide

First-in-class GLP-1 mimetic derived from Gila monster venom; sold as Byetta/Bydureon.

Scientific Overview

Exenatide is a 39-aa synthetic version of exendin-4 from Heloderma suspectum (Gila monster) saliva. It was the first GLP-1 receptor agonist FDA-approved (Byetta, 2005, Amylin/Lilly), with a microsphere weekly formulation Bydureon following in 2012. Largely displaced by liraglutide, semaglutide, and tirzepatide.

Key Research Benefits

  • HbA1c reduction
  • Modest weight loss
  • Long-acting weekly form available

Potential Side Effects

Nausea
Pancreatitis (rare)
Injection-site nodules (Bydureon)

Research Protocols

Common Dosages

T2DM

5-10 mcg BID (Byetta) / 2 mg weekly (Bydureon)
Per formulation

Within 60 min before meals (Byetta)

Note: Dosages listed are common research protocols found in peer-reviewed literature and clinical trials. Individual results and requirements may vary significantly in a research context.

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Where to source

Vendors with public COAs that stock this category. Affiliate links are disclosed.

  • Limitless Life Nootropics
    FL-based research-peptide supplier with Janoshik third-party COAs and a public affiliate program at ~20%.
    COA: JanoshikAffiliate disclosed
  • SwissChems
    60+ peptide catalog with Janoshik COAs; weekly affiliate payouts.
    COA: JanoshikAffiliate disclosed
  • Amino Club
    EU/US-facing vendor with a 20% first-order / 10% recurring affiliate model.
    COA: Third-partyAffiliate disclosed

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Molecular Profile

linear
C184H282N50O60S
39 AA Sequence

Quick Reference

Status
Research Compound
Category
Metabolic
Common Dosage
5-10 mcg BID (Byetta) / 2 mg weekly (Bydureon)
Per formulation

Strictly for research purposes. Not for human consumption.

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