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Eli Lilly Drug Retatrutide Shows Weight Loss in Type 2 Diabetes Trial
Eli Lilly's experimental drug retatrutide led to notable weight reduction in individuals with Type 2 diabetes, according to new trial results. Participants in the study, published in The Lancet, experienced an average loss of up to 60 pounds.
09/30/2026 · Kentucky edition
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Why it matters locally: For the approximately 13.9% of Kentucky adults living with diagnosed Type 2 diabetes, the development of new and effective treatments like Eli Lilly's retatrutide could offer significant improvements in managing their condition and related health risks.
Eli Lilly's experimental drug retatrutide led to significant weight loss among individuals with Type 2 diabetes. Participants in a late-stage clinical trial lost up to 60 pounds, which represented approximately 23% of their body weight. Researchers published the findings from the study in The Lancet on Tuesday. The results detail the effects of retatrutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, in individuals diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.Related Topics
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