Semaglutide

Scientific Data

CAS Number

910463-68-2

Molecular Formula

C₁₈₇H₂₉₁N₄₅O₅₉

Molecular Weight

4113.58 g/mol

Aliases

Ozempic, Wegovy, Rybelsus, GLP-1 agonist

Category

GLP-1

Description

Semaglutide is a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist consisting of 31 amino acids. It shares approximately 94% structural homology with endogenous human GLP-1. Research has focused on its role in glucose metabolism regulation, appetite signalling pathways, and metabolic function. It is supplied in lyophilised form for research purposes.