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Lixisenatide vs Liraglutide
Complete side-by-side comparison of Lixisenatide and Liraglutide.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Lixisenatide
Liraglutide
Name
Lixisenatide
Liraglutide
Peptide Class
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist
GLP-1 receptor agonist
Category
Weight Loss and Metabolic
Weight Loss and Metabolic
Dosage Range
10-20 mcg once daily
0.6 mg to 3 mg daily
Half-Life
2-4 hours
13 hours
FDA Status
Approved
Approved
Safety Rating
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Cost Estimate
$200-400/month
$800-1200/month
Lixisenatide
Lixisenatide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonist primarily used for managing type 2 diabetes and aiding in weight loss. By mimicking the act...
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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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