Exenatide
The first approved GLP-1 mimetic—derived from Gila monster saliva peptide exendin-4.
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✨ real molecule sketch
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Exenatide
That’s the INCI name—the official way it appears on the back of your serum or cream. Same ingredient, different marketing names.
Structure (cute edition)
✨ real molecule sketch
This peptide is a short chain of about 4 amino acids—think of it as a tiny protein necklace on your label.
INCI: Exenatide · ~4 amino acids in our simplified view
FDA label data
Sourced from OpenFDA drug labels (public domain). Not medical advice.
Brand names: Byetta
Manufacturer: AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP