What Is Cagrilintide 10 mg?
Cagrilintide 10 mg is an investigational medication designed to support weight loss and appetite regulation. It mimics a natural hormone called amylin, which is produced in the pancreas and helps control how full you feel after eating.
Cagrilintide is currently being studied as a next-generation weight management treatment, often used in combination with semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist), to enhance fat loss in people with obesity or overweight-related conditions.
How Cagrilintide 10 mg Works
Cagrilintide works by acting on the amylin receptors in your brain to help regulate:
Appetite – You feel full sooner and eat less.
Gastric emptying – Slows how fast food leaves your stomach.
Caloric intake – Reduces cravings and late-night snacking.
This makes it an effective partner to GLP-1 medications like semaglutide (Ozempic or Wegovy), which also reduce hunger but work through different receptors.
How to Use Cagrilintide 10 mg
⚠️ As of now, Cagrilintide is not yet FDA-approved and is available only through clinical trials or research use.
Form: Injectable, once weekly
Dose: 10 mg, typically administered via subcutaneous injection (under the skin)
Timing: Same day each week, ideally at the same time
Where to Inject: Abdomen, thigh, or upper arm — rotate sites to avoid irritation
Always consult with a healthcare provider or participate in approved clinical studies when using investigational medications like Cagrilintide.
Benefits of Cagrilintide 10 mg
✅ Helps reduce appetite and food intake
✅ Supports significant, sustainable weight loss
✅ Complements semaglutide to boost fat burning
✅ May improve metabolic health and insulin sensitivity
Common Side Effects
Though research is ongoing, reported side effects in clinical trials include:
Side Effect Tips to Manage
Nausea or Bloating Eat smaller meals, avoid fatty foods
Constipation or Diarrhea Stay hydrated, increase fiber slowly
Fatigue or Dizziness Rest and avoid strenuous activity after injection
Injection Site Irritation Rotate sites and clean skin before injecting
Severe or long-lasting symptoms should be reported to a doctor immediately.
Is Cagrilintide 10 mg Right for You?
Cagrilintide may be suitable for adults who are overweight or obese and have not had success with traditional weight loss methods. It is being tested for chronic weight management, especially in combination with GLP-1 drugs. It is not yet widely available outside of clinical trials.
