Cagrilintide is a long-acting synthetic amylin analog peptide that helps regulate appetite, slow gastric emptying, and control blood glucose levels.

Cagrilintide mimics the action of amylin, a natural hormone co-secreted with insulin by the pancreas after eating. Its key actions include:

• Appetite Suppression: It acts on the appetite control centers in the brain (specifically the hypothalamus and brainstem) to increase feelings of fullness and reduce hunger and cravings, which leads to lower calorie intake.
• Delayed Gastric Emptying: Cagrilintide slows the rate at which food leaves the stomach, contributing to a prolonged feeling of satisfaction after meals.
• Improved Glucose Control: It helps manage post-meal blood sugar spikes by moderating glucagon secretion.