Mazdutide

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Mazdutide

GLP-1R/GCGR Dual Agonist | Obesity & Diabetes

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Weight

Mazdutide

Metabolic

Amino acid sequence

31

Amino acids

4563.14da

Molecular weight

Peptide

Type

Mazdutide (IBI362; brand name Xinermei) is a synthetic analog of oxyntomodulin and a dual agonist of the GLP-1 receptor and glucagon receptor, developed by Innovent Biologics and Eli Lilly. It reduces body weight through appetite suppression and increased energy expenditure, and improves glycemic control in type 2 diabetes. Mazdutide received NMPA approval in China in June 2025 for chronic weight management and in September 2025 for type 2 diabetes; it is not FDA-approved and remains investigational outside China.

Top researched benefits

Overview of Mazdutide

Mazdutide co-activates the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) and glucagon receptor (GCGR), reducing appetite and slowing gastric emptying via GLP-1R signaling while increasing energy expenditure and hepatic fatty acid oxidation through GCGR-mediated thermogenesis. It also modulates the PERK-eIF2α-ATF4-CHOP endoplasmic reticulum stress pathway to improve hepatic lipid metabolism and alleviate hepatic inflammation.

weight loss

  • GLORY-2 demonstrated 20.1% weight loss with 9mg over 60 weeks; 48.7% achieved ≥20% reduction.
  • Significant reductions in waist circumference, systolic BP (-7.57 mmHg), triglycerides (-43%).
  • Exploratory analysis showed 80.2% reduction in liver fat, suggesting MASLD/MASH benefits.

type 2 diabetes

  • HbA1c reductions of 1.41-2.03% across trials; DREAMS-3 showed -2.03% vs semaglutide -1.84%.
  • 48% achieved HbA1c <7.0% AND ≥10% weight loss versus 21% with semaglutide.

cardiovascular

  • Systolic reduction of -7.57 mmHg, diastolic -2.98 mmHg in clinical trials.
  • Total cholesterol -16.82%, triglycerides -43.29%, LDL -17.07%.

Typical Dose

4–6 mg per injection (titrated from 2–3 mg starting dose)

Frequency

once weekly subcutaneous injection

Cycle Duration

48 weeks in Phase 3 trials; titrated upward over 8–12 weeks

Storage

Lyophilized: -20°C for up to 1 year or -80°C for up to 2 years, sealed away from moisture and light. Reconstituted: refrigerate at 2–8°C; avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Chemical Makeup

Key benefits

Produces 11–21% mean body weight reduction over 24–48 weeks in overweight and obese adults in Phase 2 and 3 trials

Improves HbA1c and glycemic control in type 2 diabetes, outperforming semaglutide in head-to-head DREAMS-3 Phase 3 trial

Reduces waist circumference and visceral fat through combined GLP-1R appetite suppression and GCGR-driven energy expenditure

Resolves hepatic steatosis in over 60–70% of patients with MASLD and baseline liver fat content ≥5%, with mean liver fat reductions of up to 68.8% versus -14.1% for placebo at 32 weeks

Community interest

This peptide is still gaining traction in the community.

GLP-1R/GCGR Dual Agonist | Obesity & Diabetes

This overview is informational and based on aggregated descriptions from studies and user reports.

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Mazdutide Molecular Information

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31

Amino Acids

Mazdutide

Ala

Ala

Position 1

Met

Met

Position 2

Ile

Ile

Position 3

Asn

Asn

Position 4

Pyl

Pyl

Position 5

Ala

Ala

Position 6

Cys

Cys

Position 7

Ile

Ile

Position 8

Asp

Asp

Position 9

Leu

Leu

Position 10

Ile

Ile

Position 11

Asn

Asn

Position 12

Glu

Glu

Position 13

Ala

Ala

Position 14

Arg

Arg

Position 15

Ser

Ser

Position 16

Tyr

Tyr

Position 17

Asn

Asn

Position 18

Thr

Thr

Position 19

His

His

Position 20

Glu

Glu

Position 21

Thr

Thr

Position 22

Ile

Ile

Position 23

Cys

Cys

Position 24

Pro

Pro

Position 25

Glu

Glu

Position 26

Pro

Pro

Position 27

Thr

Thr

Position 28

Ile

Ile

Position 29

Asp

Asp

Position 30

Glu

Glu

Position 31

Amino acid sequence
AlaninePosition 1
MethioninePosition 2
IsoleucinePosition 3
AsparaginePosition 4
PyrrolysinePosition 5
AlaninePosition 6
CysteinePosition 7
IsoleucinePosition 8
Aspartic acidPosition 9
LeucinePosition 10
IsoleucinePosition 11
AsparaginePosition 12
Glutamic acidPosition 13
AlaninePosition 14
ArgininePosition 15
SerinePosition 16
TyrosinePosition 17
AsparaginePosition 18
ThreoninePosition 19
HistidinePosition 20
Glutamic acidPosition 21
ThreoninePosition 22
IsoleucinePosition 23
CysteinePosition 24
ProlinePosition 25
Glutamic acidPosition 26
ProlinePosition 27
ThreoninePosition 28
IsoleucinePosition 29
Aspartic acidPosition 30
Glutamic acidPosition 31

Molecular Weight

4563.14Da

Chain Length

31Amino Acids

Type

Peptide

Mazdutide Protocols

Subcutaneous injection is the only documented route for Mazdutide, a dual GLP-1/glucagon receptor agonist used for weight management and metabolic disease. Administered once weekly into the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm, with systematic site rotation to prevent lipodystrophy.

GoalDosageFrequencyRoute
Weight loss (moderate dose)61 week rangeSubQ
Weight loss (low maintenance)41 week rangeSubQ
Weight loss (high dose)91 week rangeSubQ
Type 2 diabetes and obesity61 week rangeSubQ
Metabolic-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD)101 week rangeSubQ
Dose titration start (standard)31 week rangeSubQ

Reconstitution Instructions

Materials needed:

Mazdutide vial (lyophilized powder, 5 mg or 10 mg)Bacteriostatic water for injection (3.0 mL per 10 mg vial)Insulin syringes (0.5–1 mL, 29–31 gauge)Reconstitution syringe (1–3 mL, 21–23 gauge)Alcohol swabsSharps disposal container

Steps to reconstitute

  1. Allow the Mazdutide vial (lyophilized powder) to reach room temperature for 10–15 minutes before reconstitution
  2. Draw 3.0 mL of bacteriostatic water into a sterile syringe
  3. Insert the needle through the vial stopper and inject the bacteriostatic water slowly down the inner wall of the vial — not directly onto the powder
  4. Gently swirl the vial in a circular motion until the powder is fully dissolved — do not shake or vortex
  5. Inspect the solution — it should be clear and colorless; discard if cloudy, discolored, or particulates are visible
  6. Label the vial with the reconstitution date; store at 2–8°C (refrigerator) and use within 28 days
  7. Clean the injection site with an alcohol swab and allow to air-dry completely before injecting
  8. Pinch a skin fold at the chosen site and insert the insulin syringe needle at a 45–90° angle into subcutaneous tissue
  9. Inject slowly and steadily over 5–10 seconds; do not aspirate
  10. Rotate injection sites weekly across the abdomen (at least 2 inches from the navel), front/outer thighs, or outer upper arms

Mazdutide Cycle

The Mazdutide Cycle section explains how long a typical cycle lasts and what to expect during each phase. Over time, your body can become less responsive with continuous use.

Taking breaks between cycles may help maintain effectiveness and support better overall results.

Week 1-2
Appetite reduction, possible mild nausea, decreased portion sizes
Week 3-4
Early weight loss begins (1-2%), improved satiety after meals
Week 4-8
Dose escalation phase, GI symptoms typically improving, 3-5% weight loss
Week 8-16
Steady weight loss continues (7-12%), energy expenditure effects evident
Week 16-32
Significant weight reduction (12-17%), metabolic markers improving
Week 32-60
Peak effects (up to 20% weight loss), sustained improvements in BP, lipids, glucose

Dosing tools

Mazdutide Peptide Dosage Calculator

Calculate peptide doses with our visual syringe guide.

mg

Enter the total amount of peptide in the vial in milligrams (as stated on the label).

The dose you want to inject per administration, in mcg or mg.

1,000 mcg = 1 mg

1 mL

2 mL

3 mL

5 mL

Custom

Volume of bacteriostatic water you add to reconstitute the powder. Use BAC water for preservation.

Injection Results

Based on your vial and dilution inputs.

Mazdutide

SINGLE COMPOUND

Volume per injection

0.05

mL

Concentration

10.00

mg/mL

Doses per vial

20

doses

Total injections per vial

20 injections

How it works

Based on a 10 mg Mazdutide vial diluted with 1 mL of bacteriostatic water, each 500 mcg injection equals 0.05 mL.

1mL / 100 units

5 units

0.050 mL

Reference Guide

Dosing Cycle

Peptide
Mazdutide
Dosing
4–6 mg per injection (titrated from 2–3 mg starting dose)
Dosing Frequency
once weekly subcutaneous injection
Cycle Duration
48 weeks in Phase 3 trials; titrated upward over 8–12 weeks
Storage
Lyophilized: -20°C for up to 1 year or -80°C for up to 2 years, sealed away from moisture and light. Reconstituted: refrigerate at 2–8°C; avoid freeze-thaw cycles.

Note: Triple agonist; microdose for fewer side effects

Reconstitution Tips

  • Use bacteriostatic water (BAC)contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol for preservation
  • Inject water slowlyaim down the vial wall, not directly onto powder
  • Never shakegently swirl or roll the vial until dissolved
  • Store properlyrefrigerate at 2-8°C after reconstitution
  • Use within 28 daysmost reconstituted peptides remain stable for about 4 weeks
  • Keep sterilealways clean vial tops with alcohol before drawing

Peptide Interactions

Research suggestions of Mazdutide interactions with other common peptides and substances.

Healing

bpc

Longevity

BPC-157

COMPATIBLE

No known interactions; may support gut health and potentially reduce GI side effects.

COMPATIBLE

Weight

GLP-1

Metabolic

GLP-1

AVOID

Both are GLP-1 agonists; combining increases hypoglycemia and severe GI side effect risk.

AVOID

Side effects

Avoid: Do not take Mazdutide with GLP-1.

Contraindications

Personal or family history of medullary thyroid carcinoma

MEN2 syndrome history (class warning for GLP-1 agonists)

Pregnancy or breastfeeding (insufficient safety data)

Stop signs

Severe or persistent abdominal pain (potential pancreatitis)

Neck lumps, hoarseness, or difficulty swallowing

Severe nausea/vomiting preventing adequate nutrition or hydration

Signs of severe hypoglycemia (confusion, sweating, shakiness)

Severe allergic reactions (rash, difficulty breathing, facial swelling)

Unusual mood changes, depression, or suicidal thoughts

Signs of gallbladder problems (severe upper right abdominal pain)

Bad signs

Clumping, discoloration, or moisture in powderPersistent cloudiness or particles after reconstitution indicates degradation
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Frequently asked questions

What is a peptide dosage calculator?

A peptide dosage calculator is a free tool that converts your vial size, bacteriostatic water volume, and target dose into an exact syringe draw volume. Instead of doing the reconstitution math by hand, you enter three inputs and instantly get the concentration of your solution and how many milliliters or syringeunits to draw. This calculator works for single peptide compounds and multi-peptide blends.

How do I calculate peptide dosage from a vial?

To calculate your peptide dose, divide the total peptide content of your vial in micrograms by the volume of bacteriostatic water you added in milliliters. This gives you your solution concentration in mcg/mL. Then divide your target dose by that concentration to get your draw volume. For example, a 5mg (5,000 mcg) vial reconstituted with 2mL of BAC water gives a concentration of 2,500 mcg/mL. A 250 mcg dose would require drawing 0.1mL. This calculator automates all of those steps instantly.

How much Bacteriostatic water should I add to a peptide vial?

Most people add 2mL to 3mL of bacteriostatic water per vial, but the right amount depends on the dose you want to draw and the syringe size you are using. Adding 1mL to a 5mg vial gives you a concentration of 5,000 mcg/mL, making each dose very small in volume. Adding 2mL gives you 2,500 mcg/mL, which is easier to measure on a standard insulin syringe. A general guideline is to choose a volume that puts your typical dose somewhere between 10 and 30 units on a U-100 syringe. Use the calculator above to test different water volumes and find what works for your dose.

How are peptides different from proteins?

Both are made of amino acids, but peptides are much smaller than proteins. Because of their tiny size, peptides can act like tiny messengers in the body, sending specific signals to your cells to tell them exactly what to do.​

MazdutideResearch References

Mazdutide is an approved compound

4Research references

Mazdutide

Mazdutide is an approved compound

GLORY-1 Phase 3 Trial

610 Chinese adults with obesity/overweight; 48 weeks. First Phase 3 weight management trial showing clinically meaningful weight reductions. NEJM.

2025

GLORY-2 Phase 3 Trial

462 Chinese adults with obesity; 60 weeks; 9mg dose. 20.1% weight loss vs 2.8% placebo; 48.7% achieved ≥20% reduction; no plateau observed.

2025

DREAMS-3 Phase 3 Trial - Head-to-Head vs Semaglutide

349 Chinese adults with T2D and obesity; 32 weeks. Mazdutide superiority: 48% vs 21% achieved HbA1c <7.0% AND ≥10% weight reduction (p<0.0001).

2025

Phase 2 T2D Trial

Chinese adults with T2D; 20 weeks. HbA1c reductions 1.41-1.67% vs 0.03% placebo; weight loss up to 7.1%. Diabetes Care.

2024

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