Last reviewed: October 2026 · Cleared Peptides research team
Exenatide is the synthetic form of exendin-4, a 39-amino-acid peptide. Public compound records list CAS 141758-74-9. Published receptor work describes it as a GLP-1 receptor agonist. Glycine near the N-terminus is the residue usually contrasted with the alanine that DPP-4 cleaves in native GLP-1.
| Name | Exenatide |
|---|---|
| Other names | Exendin-4; synthetic exendin-4 |
| CAS number | 141758-74-9 |
| Length | 39 amino acids |
| Class | GLP-1 receptor peptide |
| Catalog status | Not a current Cleared Peptides lot. |
How it differs from the peptides already listed
Semaglutide and liraglutide are fatty-acylated GLP-1 analogs. Exenatide is the exendin-4 sequence and is not described as a GIP or glucagon receptor agonist. Lixisenatide is a separate exendin-4 derivative with a lysine extension.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is exenatide the same as exendin-4?
Exenatide is the synthetic peptide corresponding to exendin-4. CAS 141758-74-9.
What does this page cover?
Identity and GLP-1 receptor class only.
Is this for human use?
No. Laboratory reference only. No dosing is provided.
Selected References
Registry records and peer-reviewed literature listed as scientific background. Citation does not imply endorsement, a benefit, or any use.
- Public compound record for CAS 141758-74-9, retrieved as the name exenatide. Cited here as the identity record, not as a use claim.
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